Patient Management

Researchers of a study surveying individuals aged 12 years and older across the United States revealed key insights into the prevalence of depression before the COVID-19 pandemic. The...
CURATED BY: Laura G. Leahy,
DrNP, APRN, PMH-CNS/FNP, CARN-AP, FAANP, FAAN

Patient Management Guidelines

American College of Physicians Clinical Guidelines

The American College of Physicians provides a guideline on nonpharmacologic and pharmacologic treatments for adult patients in the acute phase of major depressive disorder. 

Major Depressive Disorder Management

The Department of Defense and Veterans Affairs healthcare systems offer a guideline on the management of major depressive disorder.

American Psychological Association Guidelines for the Treatment of Depression

The American Psychological Association created a clinical practice guideline for the treatment of depression in three different age cohorts.

Articles

Updated VA/DoD Guidelines Focus on Personalized Treatment for Major Depressive Disorder

The VA/DoD Clinical Practice Guidelines for Managing Major Depressive Disorder (MDD), updated in February 2022, emphasize a thorough risk assessment...
CURATED BY:
Laura G. Leahy,
DrNP, APRN, PMH-CNS/FNP, CARN-AP, FAANP, FAAN

Link Between Biological Rhythm Disturbances and Suicidal Ideation in Patients With Major Depressive Disorder

Researchers of a study investigated the relationship between biological rhythm disturbances and the severity of suicidal ideation in individuals with...
CURATED BY:
Delaney Fragale,
PA-C, Psych-CAQ

Review Finds Mediterranean Diet Reduces Depression Risk, Calls for More Diverse Studies

This systematic review provides a comprehensive analysis of the relationship between various a priori diet quality indices and depressive outcomes....
CURATED BY:
Delaney Fragale,
PA-C, Psych-CAQ

Review Highlights Exercise as Being Effective for Treating Major Depressive Disorder

Authors of a systematic review and network meta-analysis aimed to determine the optimal dose and modality of exercise for treating...
CURATED BY:
Delaney Fragale,
PA-C, Psych-CAQ

Seasonal Increase in Adolescent Antidepressant Use and Mental Health Issues Observed in Autumn

Researchers analyzed electronic health records from general practices in England, including over 5 million individuals aged 14-28 years, to examine...
CURATED BY:
Marissa R. DiMambro,
DNP, PMHNP-BC
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