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
Patient Observation

During the office visit, the physician can observe the patient’s:

  • behavior
  • appearance
  • affect

This observation is an essential part of the Mental Status Examination (MSE).

 
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