key term - Treatment Strategy

Definition

A treatment strategy refers to the plan or approach used to manage and alleviate symptoms associated with a particular condition. In the context of chronic depression, various treatment strategies can be employed to reduce the severity and duration of depressive episodes.

Related terms

Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT):

CBT is a psychotherapy approach focused on identifying and changing negative thought patterns and behaviors associated with depression.

Medication:

Medication can be part of the treatment strategy for chronic depression, often involving antidepressant drugs prescribed by healthcare professionals.

Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT):

ECT is a treatment strategy that involves passing electric currents through the brain to induce controlled seizures, which can be effective in severe cases of depression that are unresponsive to other treatments.