Depression continues to be a serious mental health condition affecting millions of people worldwide, yet it often goes unnoticed and untreated. For those struggling, the weight of depression can feel overwhelming, impacting all areas of life—from relationships and work to personal well-being. In an effort to raise awareness and provide support, National Depression Screening Day 2024, serves as a crucial reminder of the importance of mental health check-ins.
This day encourages individuals to take a moment to assess their mental health through screenings and opens up opportunities for early detection, treatment, and a path to healing. Understanding depression and recognizing its signs is the first step toward seeking help.
As awareness around depression grows, so does the availability of resources aimed at helping healthcare professionals and individuals navigate this condition. Below you will find a list of some clinical practice guidelines for addressing depression.
Guidelines on Depression
- Suicide and Suicide Risk in Adolescents
- American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP)
- Publication date: December 11, 2023
- Integrative Oncology Care of Anxiety and Depressive symptoms in Adult Patients with Cancer
- American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)
- Publication date: August 14, 2023
- Treatment and Management of Mental Health Conditions during Pregnancy and Postpartum
- American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG)
- Publication date: May 19, 2023
- Anxiety and Depression in Adult Survivors of Cancer
- American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)
- Publication date: April 18, 2023
- Cannabis for Psychological Symptoms including Insomnia, Anxiety, and Depression
- Multinational Association of Supportive Care in Cancer (MASCC)
- Publication date: February 21, 2023
- Nonpharmacologic and Pharmacologic Treatments of Adults in the Acute Phase of Major Depressive Disorder
- American College of Physicians (ACP)
- Publication date: January 24, 2023
- Assessment and Treatment of Children and Adolescents with Major and Persistent Depressive Disorders
- American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry (AACAP)
- Publication date: October 20, 2022
- Management of Major Depressive Disorder (MDD)
- Veterans Health Administration/ Department of Defense
- Publication date: April 26, 2022
- Treatment of Depression in Adults with Epilepsy
- International League Against Epilepsy (ILAE)
- Publication date: October 1, 2020
- Depression Following Acute Coronary Syndrome
- American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP)
- Publication date: July 1, 2019
- Treatment of Depression Across Three Age Cohorts
- American Psychological Association (APA)
- Publication date: February 16, 2019
- Evaluation and Treatment of Perimenopausal Depression
- North American Menopause Society (NAMS)
- Publication date: February 14, 2019
- Delirium, Dementia and Depression in the Long-Term Care Setting
- Post-Acute and Long-Term Care Medical Association (PALTC)
- Publication date: January 1, 2019
By increasing awareness, providing free screenings, and encouraging early intervention, we can help those affected begin their journey toward recovery. As we observe National Depression Screening Day, let’s take the opportunity to foster a culture of understanding, empathy, and proactive mental health care for all.
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