Nonpharmacologic Versus Pharmacologic Treatment Of Adult Patients With Major Depressive Disorder

Publication Date: March 1, 2016
Last Updated: March 14, 2022

Recommendation

ACP recommends that clinicians select between either cognitive behavioral therapy or second-generation antidepressants to treat patients with major depressive disorder after discussing treatment effects, adverse effect profiles, cost, accessibility, and preferences with the patient. (Moderate, Strong)
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Overview

Title

Nonpharmacologic Versus Pharmacologic Treatment Of Adult Patients With Major Depressive Disorder

Authoring Organization

American College of Physicians