Patient Retention in Specialized Telepsychiatry Services

Mental health has seen a surge in telemedicine services in recent years, which has proven to be a valuable tool for delivering psychiatric care to patients who may not have easy access to in-person care.

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Understanding the PHQ-9: A Key Tool for Assessing Depression Severity

Depression is a widespread mental health condition requiring accurate assessment for effective treatment. The PHQ-9, a self-administered questionnaire, evaluates depression severity based on nine DSM-IV criteria for major depressive disorder. Each item is scored from 0 to 3, with total scores ranging from 0 to 27. The PHQ-9 is valued for its ease of use, comprehensive assessment, and ability to guide treatment decisions. Research confirms its validity and reliability, making it useful in both clinical and research settings for diagnosing, monitoring, and managing depression effectively.

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Depression In Teens During The Pandemic
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Depression In Teens During The Pandemic

The COVID-19 pandemic has affected almost everyone’s mental health to a certain extent. However, teens have been hit especially hard by the societal upheaval of the past two years. If you’re the parent of a teen, you might have noticed that your child seems withdrawn, discouraged, and frustrated by the events of the pandemic. They may have lost contact with their close friends, struggled to get through remote schooling, or dealt with fears about the virus itself.

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Anxiety and Depression: Why You Might Need To See a Psychiatrist
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Anxiety and Depression: Why You Might Need To See a Psychiatrist

Living with anxiety and depression can make every day feel like a huge undertaking. From struggling to get out of bed in the morning to fighting racing thoughts at night, it can feel like you’ll never get a break from your own mind. And even though both depression and anxiety are very common, you may feel alone as you face your daily battle. Everyone experiences moments of sadness and anxiousness in their lives. However, when these feelings linger for long periods of time or are very severe, they can interfere with your quality of life and make you feel hopeless.

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