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WHO estimate that by the beginning of the next century major unipolar depression will be one of the most important causes of ill health overall. Whereas the cause of depression is still obscure, it is becoming clear that a number of diverse factors are likely to be implicated, both genetic and environmental. Effective treatment of depression similarly involves a variety of methods, from electro-convulsive therapy to inter-personal psychotherapy. The pathophysiology of depression is gradually becoming accessible through research strategies, such as functional neuroimaging paired with mood altering interventions.

Original publication

DOI

10.1016/S0140-6736(99)03121-9

Type

Journal article

Journal

Lancet

Publication Date

16/10/1999

Volume

354

Pages

1369 - 1375

Keywords

Adolescent, Adult, Antidepressive Agents, Brain, Depressive Disorder, Electroconvulsive Therapy, Female, Humans, Male, Prevalence, Psychotherapy