A program at Hospital de Sant Pau has successfully reduced cognitive problems associated with depression, improving functional impairment by 33% after six months.
Led by Maria Portella and Muriel Vicent-Gil, the study highlights the importance of addressing cognitive symptoms often overlooked in depression treatment. Patients receiving INCREM therapy showed significant improvement compared to those receiving traditional psychotherapy. Strategies taught in the sessions include memory aids and stress management to help patients regain normal life activities. The findings suggest a need for updated depression assessment tools and advocate for integrating cognitive-focused treatments into public healthcare services. How can healthcare systems better address cognitive symptoms in depression to improve overall patient outcomes?
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