The impact of the symptoms of depression on patients

As outlined on the slide, the various symptoms of depression can negatively impact a patient’s functioning, including in the areas of work or school, family life, and social life.^1,2

References:
1.American Psychiatric Association. Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders. Fifth Edition – text revision. © American Psychiatric Association, 2022.

2.Chevance A, Ravaud P, Tomlinson A, et al. Identifying outcomes for depression that matter to patients, informal caregivers, and health-care professionals: qualitative content analysis of a large international online survey. Lancet Psychiatry 2020; 7 (8): 692–702.