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American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) 2019

American Academy of Physician Assistants (AAPA) 2019

National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners (NAPNAP) 2019

American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) 2018

American Academy of Physician Assistants (AAPA) 2018

American Diabetes Association (ADA) 78th Scientific Sessions 2018

National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners (NAPNAP) 2018

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A psychological evaluation is the main method for diagnosing depression. In order to qualify for a clinical diagnosis, a patient must have five or more of the previously noted symptoms over a period of 2 weeks or longer. One of the symptoms must be either depressed mood or loss of interest, and the symptoms must be severe enough to affect daily life. Clinicians may also perform a physical exam to ensure the depression isn’t being caused by an underlying physical problem.

Therapies for Treatment-Resistant Major Depressive Disorder in Primary Care