TY  - JOUR
PY  - 2015//
TI  - Evaluation of a depression case management service: Improving depression care and impact on suicide assessment
JO  - Mental health clinician, The
A1  - Hopper, J.
SP  - 197
EP  - 201
VL  - 5
IS  - 5
N2  - INTRODUCTION: Suicide is a leading cause of death in the US. Many factors impact suicide and suicide prevention; however, improved awareness, recognition, and depression management account for some of the best suicide prevention strategies. <br><br>METHODS: A depression case management service, compared to usual care, was evaluated for its ongoing assessment of patients with depression and improvements in care. <br><br>RESULTS: Case management demonstrates improved documentation of PHQ9 scores, response rates, and remission rates when compared to usual care. <br><br>DISCUSSION: Additional benefits of case management are seen in improved suicide assessment and potential for intervention and access to care. © 2015 CPNP<p /> <p>Language: en</p>
LA  - en
SN  - 2168-9709
UR  - http://dx.doi.org/10.9740/mhc.2015.09.197
ID  - ref1
ER  -