NICEPsychiatry2022Updated 2022

NICE Depression in Adults: Treatment and Management 2022

Published by National Institute for Health and Care Excellence · 68 pages · Class I–II

4Severity steps

CBTFirst-line psych

IncludedDigital therapeutics

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Significant revision to NICE depression guidance. Stepped-care model restructured around severity and patient preference. Psychological therapies (CBT, behavioural activation) recommended first-line for mild-to-moderate depression. SSRIs remain recommended pharmacotherapy. New evidence on digital therapeutics and exercise integrated.

DepressionMDDSSRICBTStepped carePsychotherapy

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