Depression

Depression: What is the ICD-11 criteria for diagnosis?

Depressed mood, loss of interest (anhedonia), and reduced energy (fatigue) persisting for at least two weeks.

Depression: What is the ICD-11 criteria for diagnosis?

• Major Depressive Disorder (MDD)→ Presence of a major depressive episode lasting at least two weeks

• Persistent Depressive Disorder (Dysthymia)→A chronic form of depression lasting for at least two years
  

Depression: Which questionnaires are used for diagnosis?

• HAD scale

• PHQ-9

Depression: What is the management?

1. CBT

2. SSRI

3. If severe depression→ ECT

4. If recurrent depression → SSRI + lithium

Patients under 30 on SSRI’s are at high risk for suicidal ideation so have a follow-up appointment within 1 week of starting SSRI’s