Screening and management of depression for adults with chronic diseases: an evidence-based analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Depression is the leading cause of disability and the fourth leading contributor to the global burden of disease. In Canada, the 1-year prevalence of major depressive disorder was approximately 6% in Canadians 18 and older. A large prospective Canadian study reported an increased risk of developing depression in people with chronic diseases compared with those without such diseases.

Objectives

To systematically review the literature regarding the effectiveness of screening for depression and/or anxiety in adults with chronic diseases in the community setting. To conduct a non-systematic, post-hoc analysis to evaluate whether a screen-and-treat strategy for depression is associated with an improvement in chronic disease outcomes.

Data sources

A literature se

SUBMITTER: Health Quality Ontario 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC3797467 | biostudies-literature | 2013

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature