Sentences with phrase «accurate diagnosis of depression»

An accurate diagnosis of depression is a complex task, extremely difficult for even highly skilled physicians and other clinicians.

These people are less likely to have their psychological condition detected and receive an accurate diagnosis of depression than those who report symptoms of depression.

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The two most essential components of the recommendation have remained unchanged since the 2009 report, including the use of a reliable, patient - reported screening test for depression, as well as the panel's belief that screening can lead to an accurate diagnosis and treatment in primary care, Davidson said.

Genetic testing for migraine susceptibility is still a ways off, but in the meantime, if you have symptoms of depression or migraine, discussing your family history with your doctor may increase your chance of receiving an accurate diagnosis, especially if your symptoms are borderline, says Andrew H. Ahn, MD, an assistant professor of neurology at the University of Florida College of Medicine, in Gainesville, Fla., who co-authored an editorial that accompanied the new study.

Exploring the source of pain and clarifying the real problem, either anxiety, depression, uncontrollable behavior, or intellectual disabilities, is the main key to obtain an accurate diagnosis and an assertive treatment.»

In their 2002 statement [86], the United States Preventive Services Task Force recommended screening adults for depression in clinical practices that have systems in place to assure accurate diagnosis, effective treatment and follow - up (Class of recommendation: B, Level of evidence: I).