March 2021 PMID 33989464

The Prevalence and National Burden of Treatment-Resistant Depression and Major Depressive Disorder in the United States.

Maryia Zhdanava, Dominic Pilon, Isabelle Ghelerter, Wing Chow, Kruti Joshi, Patrick Lefebvre, John J Sheehan

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The discussions consistently express recognition of the heavy economic and social burden of treatment-resistant depression, with phrases like 'significant impact' and 'urgent need for better management' signaling high interest and perceived importance. Participants engage thoughtfully, referencing the broad societal implications and potential for policy change, which underscores the high impact and moderate engagement levels.

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  • This study estimates that about 28 million adults in the United States are affected by treatment-resistant depression (TRD) within the broader group of nearly 89 million people with medication-treated major depressive disorder (MDD).
  • The total yearly economic burden of medication-treated MDD is approximately $927 billion, with TRD making up around $472 billion, highlighting its significant impact on healthcare costs, employment, and productivity.
  • The findings suggest that improving management of TRD could lead to substantial economic and societal benefits, given its disproportionate contribution to healthcare costs, unemployment, and reduced productivity.]

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Michael Sefton, Ph.D
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REFERENCES Zhadanava M, Oilon, D,Ghelerter I, et al. (2021). The prevalence and national burden of treatment-resistant depression and major depressive disorder in the United States. Journal of Clinical Psychiatry; 82(2):20m13699

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Michael Sefton, Ph.D
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REFERENCES Zhadanava M, Oilon, D,Ghelerter I, et al. (2021). The prevalence and national burden of treatment-resistant depression and major depressive disorder in the United States. Journal of Clinical Psychiatry; 82(2):20m13699

Aug 22, 2022 · 64 followers View post →