Intro to Clinical Medicine I: Depression
Introduction
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Overview
Statistics
Role of the PCP
Impact of Depression
Risk Factors
Defining Depression
Major Depressive Episode
A Sad Face(s)
Differential Diagnoses
Depression Overlooked
Somatic Symptoms
Typical Complaints
When to Screen
Patient Observation
Appearance & Behavior
Screening Tools
Brief Screens (Video Activity)
Survey
Introduction
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Objectives:

  1. 1. Learn the prevalence and impact of depressive disorders
  2. 2. Identify key risk factors for depression
  3. 3. Recognize when and how to screen patients for depression
  4. 4. Identify common signs of depression in primary care patients
 
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