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Topic: Depression Treatment (Adult)

Scientific Ratings in this topic:
1 - Well-Supported by Research Evidence
2 - Supported by Research Evidence
3 - Promising Research Evidence
4 - Evidence Fails to Demonstrate Effect
5 - Concerning Practice
NR - Not able to be Rated
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Definition for Depression Treatment (Adult):

Depression Treatment (Adult) is defined as the treatment of adults with the symptoms of depression (i.e., fatigue, difficulty concentrating, difficulty sleeping, feeling worthless, and lack of motivation) or who are experiencing major depression. The CEBC has evaluated only replicable programs that do not use medication as an essential component of treatment. It is well-known that many well-researched medication-based (pharmacological) treatments of depression exist. The Pharmacological Treatment for Depression page has links to reputable organizations that list information on these medications. Research has also shown that exercise can reduce the symptoms of depression when done on a regular basis. The Exercise as a Treatment for Depression page has links to information on research related to exercise and depression.

Why was Depression Treatment (Adult) chosen as a topic by the Advisory Committee? (Click for Answer)

The Advisory Committee selected Depression Treatment (Adult) because of the prevalence of parental depression in child welfare systems and the potential negative consequences to the child. In general, a parent's mental health status can affect their parental effectiveness as it relates to bonding and attachment; age appropriate discipline and play; limit setting; and supervision and protection from dangerous situations.

Assessing for and addressing parental depression as part of a parent's case plan is critical in maximizing parent/child visitation; ensuring a parent's success in reunifying with their children; and strengthening ongoing community supports to decrease the likelihood that the family will reenter the child welfare system in the future.

Furthermore, as the major funding sources for mental health treatment become more and more restrictive, it is important that the child welfare system identifies approaches that offer relief to parents in an effective, focused and time-limited manner.

Renee Smylie, MSW
Former CEBC Advisory Committee member

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