Question

A 25-year-old presents with low mood, anhedonia, and fatigue for 6 weeks. No suicidal ideation. According to NICE, which is the first-line treatment for mild to moderate depression?

Accepted Answer

Low-intensity psychological intervention (e.g. guided self-help)

Answer

High-intensity cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) plus an SSRI

Answer

Immediate hospitalization

Answer

Electroconvulsive therapy

Answer

Tricyclic antidepressants

Practice question

A 25-year-old presents with low mood, anhedonia, and fatigue for 6 weeks. No suicidal ideation. According to NICE, which is the first-line treatment for mild to moderate depression?