Screening for Depression in Adults

Albert L. Siu(James J. Peters VA Medical Center), and the US Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF)(University of California, San Francisco), Kirsten Bibbins‐Domingo(Kaiser Permanente Washington Health Research Institute), David C. Grossman(University of Wisconsin–Madison), Linda C. Baumann(University of Wisconsin–Madison), Karina W. Davidson(University of Georgia), Mark H. Ebell(University of Georgia), Francisco García(Harvard University), Matthew W. Gillman(Harvard University), Jessica Herzstein(Duke University), Alex R. Kemper(Duke University), Alex H. Krist(Virginia Commonwealth University), Ann Kurth(VA Palo Alto Health Care System), Douglas K Owens(University of Washington), William R. Phillips(University of Washington), Maureen G. Phipps(University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill), Michael Pignone(University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill)
JAMA
January 26, 2016
10.1001/jama.2015.18392
Cited by 1,419

Abstract

DESCRIPTION: Update of the 2009 US Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) recommendation on screening for depression in adults. METHODS: The USPSTF reviewed the evidence on the benefits and harms of screening for depression in adult populations, including older adults and pregnant and postpartum women; the accuracy of depression screening instruments; and the benefits and harms of depression treatment in these populations. POPULATION: This recommendation applies to adults 18 years and older. RECOMMENDATION: The USPSTF recommends screening for depression in the general adult population, including pregnant and postpartum women. Screening should be implemented with adequate systems in place to ensure accurate diagnosis, effective treatment, and appropriate follow-up. (B recommendation).

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