Invited Commentary

Commentary on “One-Visit Behavioral Intervention for Older Primary Care Patients with Mild to Moderate Depressive Symptoms”

Authors: Steven Lippmann, MD

Abstract

Everyone wants to feel well. Doctors try to mitigate illness and promote health. Patients and physicians optimally strive to achieve a team approach to a partnership that promotes wellness.

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2. Siu AL, Bibbins-Domingo K, , US Preventive Services Task Force. Screening for depression in adults: US Preventive Services Task Force Recommendation Statement. JAMA 2016;315:380-387.
 
3. Gum AM, Schonfeld L, Tyler S, et al. One-visit behavioral intervention for older primary care patients with mild to moderate depressive symptoms. South Med J 2016;109:442-447.