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Despite extensive research into patient-level differences in antidepressant treatment outcomes, the variability among clinicians themselves hasn’t been thoroughly evaluated.
The top 5 most-read articles on major depressive disorder (MDD) in 2022 discussed US treatment updates, drug assistance in talk therapy, further exploration of transcranial magnetic stimulation’s capabilities, and screening improvements and outcomes.
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Improving Access to Alternative Therapies for Treatment Resistant Depression
A panel of experts explore the patient journey and unmet needs of patients with treatment-resistant depression, outline treatment strategies, and explore strategies to support access to alternative therapies.