Knowledge Gaps and Systemic Challenges in Antidepressant Prescribing: Insights from Jordanian Psychiatry Practice.

ABSTRACT: Background: Antidepressant medications are the cornerstone of depression treatment worldwide, playing a central role in reducing the burden of depressive disorders. Their appropriate use is particularly important in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs), where the prevalence of mental health conditions is high and health systems face increasing demand. Despite the clinical importance of antidepressants, limited evidence exists on how psychiatrists in LMICs prescribe these medications. Jordan, a middle-income country with a growing mental health burden, provides a valuable case study for understanding prescribing patterns and identifying areas for improvement. Objectives: This study examined (1) the knowledge, attitudes, and prescribing practices of Jordanian psychiatrists regardi

SUBMITTER: Abdulhaq B 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12652151 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature