Complementary medicine for depression

Authors: Pilkington, Karen; Rampes, Hagen; Richardson, Janet

Source: Expert Review of Neurotherapeutics, Volume 6, Number 11, November 2006 , pp. 1741-1751(11)

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Abstract:

Surveys have demonstrated that complementary medicine use for depression is widespread, although patterns of use vary. A series of systematic reviews provide a summary of the current evidence for acupuncture, aromatherapy and massage, homeopathy, meditation, reflexology, herbal medicine, yoga, and several dietary supplements and relaxation techniques. The quantity and quality of individual studies vary widely, but research interest in complementary therapies is increasing, particularly in herbal and nutritional products. Major questions are still to be answered with respect to the effectiveness and appropriate role of these therapies in the management of depression. Areas for further research and some of the potential challenges to research design are discussed. Finally, several ongoing developments in information provision on this topic are highlighted.

Keywords: acupuncture; aromatherapy; complementary medicine; complementary therapies; depression; herbal medicine; massage; nutritional supplements; St John's wort; yoga

Document Type: Research article

DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1586/14737175.6.11.1741

Publication date: 2006-11-01

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Expert Review of Neurotherapeutics provides expert commentary on the use of drugs and medicines in clinical neurology and neuropsychiatry. Coverage includes disease management, new medicines and drugs in neurology, therapeutic indications, diagnostics, medical treatment guidelines and neurological diseases such as stroke, epilepsy, Alzheimer's and Parkinson's.
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