Guideline Concordant Detection and Management of Depression among Alaska Native and American Indian People in Primary Care

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Determines the proportion of Alaska Native/American Indians (AN/AIs) screening positive for depression that have been diagnosed or noted for the condition by their primary care provider. Evaluates whether provider management of depression is in accordance with the guidelines. Examines if depression management varied by patient and provider factors, such as gender, age, number of physical conditions, provider tenure, and more.

Vanessa Y. Hiratsuka, Julia J. Smith, Sara M. Norman, Spero M. Manson, Denise A. Dillard

International Journal of Circumpolar Health, 74(1)

10/2015

Health screening · Mental health conditions · Primary care · Statistics and data · Tribal communities · Alaska