Anxiety and Depression in Primary Care: International Perspectives

This book provides practical information about depression and anxiety in primary care, with a focus on the approach in different countries and incorporating global ranges/prevalence, risk factors, and health burden. It explores the instruments used for the detection of depression and anxiety in primary care in various countries, and describes the pharmaceutical and non-drug interventions for treating depression and anxiety. It also includes in-depth regional examples of how screening tools are used in practice and how policies can be established in the management of depression and anxiety.

Format: Hardback
Length: 204 pages
Publication date: 29 December 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This comprehensive book offers valuable insights into depression and anxiety in primary care, with a particular emphasis on the approaches taken in different countries and the global prevalence, risk factors, and health burden associated with COVID-19 and its pandemic. To ensure a comprehensive representation of the challenges faced by a diverse international primary care community, authors from various world regions, including Africa, Asia Pacific, East Mediterranean, Europe, IberoAmericana-CIMF, North America, and South Asia, have collaborated on individual chapters that explore the detection and management of depression and anxiety in primary care within their respective countries. These chapters provide detailed information about the screening tools employed, their widespread adoption, and the individuals or organizations responsible for their implementation. Additionally, the book presents both the medical model and an alternative viewpoint, emphasizing that feeling low or anxious is a natural part of the human experience and that the focus should be on supporting individuals in their journey through life, addressing the predominantly social challenges they encounter.

Key Features:
1. Comprehensive Examination: The book delves into the instruments used for the detection of depression and anxiety in primary care across different countries, shedding light on the reasons behind their usage and the methods employed to manage depression and anxiety in primary care.
2. Diverse Interventions: It provides a comprehensive overview of pharmaceutical and non-drug interventions for treating depression and anxiety in primary care, comparing the similarities and differences in detecting and managing these conditions across countries.
3. Regional Examples: In-depth regional examples are included to illustrate how screening tools are implemented in practice and how policies can be established to effectively manage depression and anxiety in primary care.
4. Lessons Learned: The book concludes with lessons learned.

Weight: 570g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032489407