GP treatment decisions for patients with depression: an observational study
Background: GPs are prescribing more antidepressants than previously, but not in accordance with guidelines. The reasons why they prescribe are not well understood. Aim: To explore associations between GP treatment and severity of depression, patients' life difficulties, previous history of ill...
Main Authors: | Kendrick, Tony (Author), King, Fiona (Author), Albertella, Louise (Author), Smith, Peter W.F (Author) |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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2005-04.
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Online Access: | Get fulltext |
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