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Should we screen for depression?

Authors :
Gilbody, Simon
Sheldon, Trevor
Wessely, Simon
Source :
BMJ: British Medical Journal (International Edition). 4/29/2006, Vol. 332 Issue 7548, p1027-1030. 4p. 1 Color Photograph.
Publication Year :
2006

Abstract

This article examines the effectiveness of screening programs designed to detect depression in patients. It overviews the employment of depression screening as a national health policy in the U.S. and in Australia. However, it discusses difficulty in gauging the effectiveness of these screenings. The ratio of cost factors to benefits continues to remain too high. The article does suggest that measures need to be taken to address the inadequate depression management in Great Britain.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
09598146
Volume :
332
Issue :
7548
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
BMJ: British Medical Journal (International Edition)
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
20700547
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1136/bmj.332.7548.1027