Depression can manifest itself at anytime and in many ways -- often undetectable and untreated until it is too late. Depression affects millions of American annually and can have a significant impact on other health related conditions if not detected and treated. Screening for depression is an important component of preventative care and a standard best practice.
October is Depression Awareness Month.
During October, we will be sending you weekly emails highlighting the many tools and resources we've developed and enhanced that you and your staff can use to become aware of depression, the need for screening and ways to communicate with patients about depression.
All of these materials and more are can be found
online
.