Psychiatria pre prax 4/2010
Recommendations for the treatment of unipolar depressive disorder
Depression belongs to most frequent mental disorders. Unrecognised and untreated depression prolongs suffering and increases the risk of suicidal activity. The aim of this paper is to demonstrate latest therapeutic recommendations for the treatment of unipolar depressive disorder. The updated therapeutical guidelines are also presented.
Keywords: unipolar depression, psychopharmacology of major depression, NICE guidelines, WFSBP guidelines, APA guidelines, Methodical Schedule.
