Screening for Depression in Adults

20161,411 citationsJournal Article

Authors

Albert L. Siu · James J. Peters VA Medical Center

and the US Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) · University of California, San Francisco

Kirsten Bibbins‐Domingo · Kaiser Permanente Washington Health Research Institute

David C. Grossman · University of Wisconsin–Madison

Linda C. Baumann · University of Wisconsin–Madison

Karina W. Davidson · University of Georgia

Mark H. Ebell

Abstract

The USPSTF recommends screening for depression in the general adult population, including pregnant and postpartum women. Screening should be implemented with adequate systems in place to ensure accurate diagnosis, effective treatment, and appropriate follow-up. (B recommendation).

Topics & Keywords

Maternal Mental Health During Pregnancy and Postpartum Child and Adolescent Psychosocial and Emotional Development Mental Health Treatment and Access

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: JAMA

Volume 315, Issue 4, pp. 380-380

DOI: 10.1001/jama.2015.18392

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