Second-generation antidepressant use in treatment for major depressive disorder---an examination of guideline components and healthcare utilization.
- Resource Type
- Theses
- Authors
- Chen, Shih-Yin
- Source
- Dissertation Abstracts International; Dissertation Abstract International; 69-11B.
- Subject
- Psychology, Clinical
Health Sciences, Epidemiology
- Language
- English
Summary: These results showed that routine care for antidepressant management falls short of guideline recommendations. These findings underscore the need for quality improvement particular in primary care. Strategies to promote frequent follow-up should be encouraged given the positive association with antidepressant adherence. This study also helps identify the modifiable factors to target for intervention and provides evidence to justify resource allocation to promote quality of care among patients with MDD.