Author : Mark Haddad
Publisher : Karger Medical and Scientific Publishers
ISBN 13 : 331807148X
Total Pages : 190 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (18 download)
Book Synopsis Fast Facts: Depression by : Mark Haddad
Download or read book Fast Facts: Depression written by Mark Haddad and published by Karger Medical and Scientific Publishers. This book was released on 2023-04-30 with total page 190 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Depression is both an overused term and, too often, a poorly managed condition. The authors have written this short text to help explain depression: its symptoms, causes, and risks; its impact; and how it can be identified, treated, and prevented. Depression is one of the commonest presenting problems in primary care, but all too often it is not identified and goes untreated. Yet, individuals who seek help for their depression – and whose healthcare professionals (HCPs) recognize it – can be treated effectively. For this to happen, HCPs need appropriate knowledge and skills, based on robust and up-to-date evidence, and to be supported by appropriate systems for service delivery. Table of Contents: • Overview • Definitions and diagnosis • Epidemiology and impact • Identification in clinical practice and prevention • Management • Women and depression • Combination with physical health problems • Self-harm and suicide