The updated recommendations include both nonpharmacologic and pharmacologic interventions for adults in the acute phase of MDD. The American College of Physicians (ACP) has issued updated ...

October 1, 2010 — For the first time in 10 years, the American Psychiatric Association (APA) has updated its practice guideline for the treatment of major depressive disorder (MDD). The ...

The American Psychiatric Association offers a revamped approach to depression. Oct. 1, 2010— -- The American Psychiatric Association has issued an update to its 10-year-old treatment ...

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Psychiatrists and mental health professionals have a new standard for managing major depression ... cent of people receive adequate treatment. The updated guidelines cover eight primary topic ...

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Background: Pharmacogenomic testing to identify variations in genes that influence metabolism of antidepressant medications can enhance efficacy and reduce adverse effects of pharmacotherapy for major ...