Key result
Detection and treatment of major depressive disorder by family physicians remain low, despite approximately 10% of primary care patients meeting criteria for the condition.
Population
Primary care patients with major depressive disorder (MDD)
Design
Review
Authors
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Low MDD detection persists in primary care; leaves open optimal collaborative care strategies.
Detection and treatment rates for MDD in primary care remain low and require improved case management and collaborative care interventions.
Craven et al. (2013) conducted a review in Major depressive disorder (MDD). Detection and treatment by family physicians was evaluated on Prevalence, detection, and treatment rates. Detection and treatment of major depressive disorder by family physicians remain low, despite approximately 10% of primary care patients meeting criteria for the condition.
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