 Key features of depression and its management in general practice. |
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1. Following an episode of major depressive illness, ten percent of people develop a chronic depressive illness. |
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2. Inadequate treatment during the acute episode increases the risk of chronic depression. |
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3. Chronic depression is more common in people with a family history of depression. |
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4. Chronic depression is more common in patients with a late age of onset. |
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5. Chronic depression is less likely when the acute illness is severe. |
