Implementing Pharmacist-Led Interventions in The Management of Depression

  • Alnasr Areej Eid S et al.
Keywords: Pharmacist-led interventions, depression management, medication management, patient counseling, comprehensive medication reviews, behavioral health screenings, treatment adherence, holistic treatment approach, cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, collaborative care model.

Abstract

Pharmacists are increasingly playing a vital role in the management of depression, leveraging their clinical expertise to enhance patient care and outcomes. Their involvement can range from medication management to patient counseling and education. By conducting comprehensive medication reviews, pharmacists can identify potential drug interactions, therapeutic duplications, and adherence issues, ensuring that patients receive the most effective treatment for their depression. Furthermore, they can monitor and manage side effects, adjusting treatment protocols as necessary and coordinating care with other healthcare professionals to create a holistic treatment approach. In addition to medication management, pharmacist-led interventions may include behavioral health screenings, follow-up monitoring, and the provision of resources for cognitive behavioral therapies. Training in motivational interviewing techniques allows pharmacists to better engage patients, helping them articulate their experiences and concerns regarding their mental health. Implementing these interventions not only helps improve patient adherence to prescribed treatments but also fosters a supportive environment for patients to discuss their mental health struggles. Ultimately, this collaborative care model aims to enhance treatment outcomes and reduce the stigma associated with depression, contributing to a more comprehensive healthcare system.

Author Biography

Alnasr Areej Eid S et al.

Alnasr, Areej Eid S¹, Alsliem, Khaleed Abdulkarem A², Farhan Alaqidi K Alruwaili³, Ahamad Awad H Alhazmi⁴, Alanzi, Jawza Saad K⁵, Khaled Saleh R Abgheq⁶, Mubarak Saleh R Albughayq⁷, Alomani, Sultan Homood Z⁸, Alhazmi, Iesaa Rbia M⁹, Mohammad Mansour N. Alreshdi¹⁰

  • Pharmacist specialist, Prince Abdulaziz Bin Musaed Hospital - Arar, Northern Borders Region, Saudi Arabia
  • Technician pharmacy, Prince Abdulaziz Bin Musaed Hospital - Arar, Northern Borders Region, Saudi Arabia
  • Pharmacy, Suwayr General Hospital - Suwayr, Al Jouf Region, Saudi Arabia
  • Technician-Pharmacy, Prince Abdulaziz Bin Musaed Hospital - Arar, Northern Borders Region, Saudi Arabia
  • Pharmacy, Security Forces Hospital Program - Riyadh, Ministry of Interior, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
  • Technician Pharmacy, Hail General Hospital - Hail, Hail Region, Saudi Arabia
  • Technician Pharmacy, Inventory Control - Hail, Hail Region, Saudi Arabia
  • Technician-Pharmacy, Qassim Health Cluster - Al Rass General Hospital - Pharmacy Department, Al Rass, Qassim Region, Saudi Arabia
  • Pharmacy, Prince Abdullah Bin Abdulaziz Bin Musaed Center for Cardiac Medicine and Surgery - Arar, Northern Borders Region, Saudi Arabia
  • Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians, Erada Complex for Mental Health - Hail, Hail Region, Saudi Arabia.
Published
2023-02-04
Issue
Vol 2023 No Issue 3 (2023)
Section
Regular Issue
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