Major Depressive Disorder

Each lesson in the Disease Management Clinical Decisions series provides a brief, case-based review of management strategies related to the topic. Questions and multiple-choice answers about the case presented include the rationale for the correct answer. Throughout this case-based lesson, you may proceed to the next question once you answer the question correctly.

Learning Objectives

After completing this case the reader should be able to:

  • Describe the common presentations of major depressive disorders.
  • Define the diagnostic criteria for major depressive disorders.
  • Summarize the initial treatment of mild, moderate, and severe depression and other depression subtypes.
  • Provide guideline-based treatment for patients with MDD.
  • Describe and apply suicide risk assessment and prevention strategies.
  • Effectively recommend nonpharmacological options for depression treatment.

Additional Information

Partner: 
Cleveland Clinic Center for Continuing Education
Course summary
Available credit: 
  • 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
  • 1.00 ANCC
Course opens: 
03/25/2022
Course expires: 
03/25/2025
Rating: 
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Available Credit

  • 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
  • 1.00 ANCC
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