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Which of the following is a primary use of antidepressants?
Which of the following is a primary use of antidepressants?
- Relief of symptoms of depression (correct)
- Management of bipolar disorder
- Relief of symptoms of bereavement
- Treatment of anxiety disorders
What percentage of the adult population in the United States is estimated to be depressed at any given time?
What percentage of the adult population in the United States is estimated to be depressed at any given time?
- About 5% (correct)
- Roughly 30%
- Approximately 20%
- Around 10%
What percentage of depressed individuals undergo treatment?
What percentage of depressed individuals undergo treatment?
- 30% (correct)
- 50%
- 40%
- 60%
Which type of therapy can help about 20% of patients with major depression?
Which type of therapy can help about 20% of patients with major depression?
What is the risk of suicide among depressed people according to the text?
What is the risk of suicide among depressed people according to the text?