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Depression in the medically ill: an overview.

G Rodin, K Voshart

    The American Journal of Psychiatry
    |June 1, 1986
    PubMed
    Summary

    Depression is common in medically ill patients but often missed. Effective treatments like medication and ECT exist, highlighting the need for better recognition and management of depression in this population.

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    Area of Science:

    • Psychiatry
    • Internal Medicine
    • Clinical Psychology

    Background:

    • Depressive symptoms and syndromes frequently occur in medically ill individuals.
    • These conditions are often overlooked and inadequately treated in clinical practice.

    Observation:

    • The review covers the epidemiology, diagnosis, presentation, and treatment response of depression in medically ill patients.
    • Methodological challenges in research, including assessment tools, are discussed.
    • Treatment options such as antidepressant medications and electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) are examined.

    Findings:

    • Depression in the medically ill is prevalent, causes significant morbidity, and is treatable.
    • Understanding the mechanisms of depression in this group can enhance knowledge of depression generally.

    Implications:

    • Improved recognition and treatment of depression in medically ill patients are crucial.
    • Further research into the mechanisms of depression in medical illness may offer broader insights.
    • This review underscores the importance of addressing mental health in comprehensive medical care.

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