AI Article Synopsis
- Antidepressants are commonly used to treat major depressive disorder (MDD), but their effectiveness can vary due to different mechanisms of action.
- Clinicians need to regularly evaluate patients' symptoms and responses to medication to ensure the treatment is working effectively.
- The case of Maria, a 42-year-old teacher going through her first depressive episode, highlights the importance of personalized treatment assessment.
Article Abstract
Antidepressants are one of the most common treatment strategies for patients diagnosed with major depressive disorder (MDD). However, antidepressant medications have different mechanisms of action that can theoretically and in practice affect how patients respond. Clinicians should assess their patients' symptoms and response to medication at every visit to determine whether or not the treatment is fully effective. Here, follow the case of Maria, a 42-year-old teacher who is experiencing her first depressive episode.
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