Question

A 25-year-old man experiences low mood, anhedonia, and lethargy for six weeks. He denies suicidal ideation. According to NICE, what is the first-line treatment approach for mild to moderate depression?

Accepted Answer

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

Answer

High-intensity CBT and SSRI

Answer

Tricyclic antidepressant

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Referral for ECT

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Mood stabilisers

Practice question

A 25-year-old man experiences low mood, anhedonia, and lethargy for six weeks. He denies suicidal ideation. According to NICE, what is the first-line treatment approach for mild to moderate depression?