De zorgstandaard Depressieve stoornissen

Translated title of the contribution: The care standard ‘Depressive disorders’

J. Spijker, J. A.C. Meeuwissen, S. Aalbers, M. Van Avendonk, M. Van Bon, A. Huson, J. Van der Lande, M. Oudijk, C. Bockting, H. G. Ruhé

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Abstract

BACKGROUND The care standard ‘Depressive disorders’ describes the complete patient journey for patients with depressive symptoms and disorders from the age of 8 years onwards. AIM To describe the most important recommendations in this care standard. METHOD The care standard is an adaptation of the existing guidelines for depression, supplemented with practical knowledge from professionals and patients’ values and preferences. RESULTS Core elements in the care for depression are an appropriate use of care and a focus on relapse prevention. A combination of psychotherapy and medication is indicated for persistent depression and more sessions of psychotherapy might be required. There is some evidence for the use of repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation in treatment-resistant depression. CONCLUSION The care standard is an important instrument to improve the quality of care for depression at both the organisational and the regional level.

Translated title of the contributionThe care standard ‘Depressive disorders’
Original languageDutch
Pages (from-to)112-120
Number of pages9
JournalTijdschrift voor Psychiatrie
Volume61
Issue number2
Publication statusPublished - Feb 2019

Keywords

  • Depressive disorders
  • Guidelines

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