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Problem Solving Treatment: Preventing Depression in Age-Related Macular Degeneration
07/12/2009
Tool Information
Tool Description
Age-related macular degeneration is a prevalent disease of aging that may cause irreversible vision loss, disability, and depression. In their study Rovner, Casten, Hegel, Leiby & Tasman proved that Problem solving treatment prevented depressive disorders and loss of valued activities in patients with age-related macular degeneration as a short term treatment. They stated that Booster of rescue treatments may be necessary to sustain problem-solving treatment`s preventative effect
Tool Characteristics
Application in the Field: Limited application
Tool mainly used in: United States
Stage of Development: First experiences available/pilot phase
Evaluation and Research: Studies/Technical Data available
Beneficiary Involvement in Design: No reference to active participation
Evaluation Description
Barry W. Rovner, Robin J Casten, Mark T Hegel, Benjamin E Leiby & Wiiliam S Tasman. Preventing Depression in Age-Related Macular Degeneration. Arch Gen Pyschiatry. vol. 64 (no 8) aug. 2007.