Question

A 42-year-old man presents with low mood, anergia and early morning wakening. He drinks 40 units of alcohol per week. After assessment you diagnose moderate depressive episode with alcohol misuse. What is the most appropriate initial management approach

Accepted Answer

Address alcohol misuse and offer integrated treatment for both conditions

Answer

Start an SSRI without discussing alcohol use

Answer

Prescribe Benzodiazepines for alcohol withdrawal at home without supervision

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Refer to alcohol services only and ignore depression

Answer

Admit under the Mental Health Act immediately

Practice question

A 42-year-old man presents with low mood, anergia and early morning wakening. He drinks 40 units of alcohol per week. After assessment you diagnose moderate depressive episode with alcohol misuse. What is the most appropriate initial management approach