Your Quick Guide to Diagnosing Depression with SIGECAPS! 💡 Fellow clinicians, effectively identifying Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) is crucial for timely intervention. The SIGECAPS mnemonic is a powerful tool to help us screen and diagnose efficiently in our busy practices. Remember these key criteria for MDD diagnosis: ✅ At least 5 of the following symptoms. ✅ Symptoms must be present for ≥ 2 consecutive weeks. Let's quickly review the SIGECAPS components: S - Sleep changes: Insomnia or hype

📢 SIGECAPS in 40 Seconds—Know It Dx: Depressed mood or anhedonia ≥5 SIGECAPS for ≥2 weeks. SIGECAPS: Sleep, Interest ↓, Guilt, Energy ↓, Concentration ↓, Appetite/weight, Psychomotor ↑/↓, Suicidal ideation. Red flag: Suicidality → urgent safety eval. Tx: CBT SSRI (ECT if severe/refractory). #drhavicandbrody #medstudent #medschool #medicalstudent #medicalschool #usmle #usmlestep1 #usmlestep2 #psychiatry #step2ck #mentalhealth | Medschoolbro