U.S. Preventive Services Task Force Issues Draft Recommendation Statement on Screening for Depression in Adults

The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force has posted a draft recommendation on screening for depression in adults. After reviewing the evidence, the Task Force concludes that all adults over the age of 18, including pregnant and postpartum women, should be screened for depression in a primary care setting with adequate systems in place to ensure accurate diagnosis, effective treatment, and appropriate follow-up.
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