The Role of Antidepressants in the Treatment of Affective Disorders
Abstract
The paper reviews studies of the effectiveness of antidepressants in acute depression and variables accounting for nonresponsiveness. Data supporting continuation and maintenance therapy are presented. The authors discuss nonspecific psychotherapeutic components of drug management and also review studies of the usefulness of antidepressant and psychotherapy, alone and in combination.
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