Review of intervention studies on depression in persons with multiple sclerosis

Depression is prevalent among persons with multiple sclerosis (MS), an acquired neurologic disability that affects predominantly women. The purpose of this article is to review intervention studies on depression in persons with MS. An integrative review of eight intervention studies published from 2...

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Published inIssues in mental health nursing Vol. 28; no. 5; p. 511
Main Authors Walker, I Diane, Gonzalez, Elizabeth W
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published England 01.05.2007
Subjects
Adaptation, Psychological
Attitude to Health
Cognitive Therapy
Depressive Disorder - diagnosis
Depressive Disorder - epidemiology
Depressive Disorder - etiology
Depressive Disorder - therapy
Evidence-Based Medicine
Exercise Therapy
Female
Humans
Male
Multiple Sclerosis - complications
Music Therapy
Prevalence
Psychotherapy, Group
Quality of Life - psychology
Research Design
Self-Help Groups
Severity of Illness Index
Treatment Outcome
Yoga
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Summary:Depression is prevalent among persons with multiple sclerosis (MS), an acquired neurologic disability that affects predominantly women. The purpose of this article is to review intervention studies on depression in persons with MS. An integrative review of eight intervention studies published from 2000 to 2005 has revealed that various interventions could potentially alleviate depression. Although no definite conclusions can be made from this review, there is reasonable evidence that cognitive behavioral approaches are beneficial in the treatment of depression and in helping people adjust to, and cope with, having MS.
ISSN:0161-2840
1096-4673
DOI:10.1080/01612840701344480