Posts tagged Rating
Universal Screening for Depression and Sustained Sadness in Kids to Prevent Youth Suicide
Universal Screening for Depression and Sustained Sadness in Kids to Prevent Youth Suicide

Screening kids for depression (and sustained sadness) and connecting them with mental health services is an effective step in preventing suicide in youth. This article reviews recent research that supports this intervention and includes other data that shows this approach to be logical, strategic, and a high-yield use of suicide prevention funding.

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AdvocacyLen Lantz, MDThe Psychiatry ResourceLeadership, Advocacy, Wellness, Child, Computer, Children, Depression, Diagnosis, Kid, Kids, Happiness, Internet, Measurement, Mental Health, Privacy, Rating, School, Suicide, Treatment, Therapy, Anxiety, Symptoms, Psychotherapy, Bully, BullyingComment
Depression Rating Scales – Getting Unstuck
Depression Rating Scales – Getting Unstuck

Rating scales for depression are being used routinely in primary care, but not all psychiatrists and therapists are using them. The use of depression rating scales shines a bright spotlight on your current mood and the progress you are making toward full freedom from depression. This article addresses how rating scales can help get you unstuck in your depression treatment.

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WellnessLen Lantz, MDThe Psychiatry ResourceMental Health, Depression, Wellness, Therapy, Antidepressant, Best, Counseling, Diagnosis, Medication, Medical, Management, Therapist, Planning, Motivation, Symptoms, Psychiatrist, Psychiatry, Quality, Treatment Plan, Treatment, Rating, MeasurementComment