First-Line Treatments Suggested for Use for Mild to Moderate Depression
| American College of Physicians31 | National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE)32 |
|---|---|
| Mild depression: Cognitive behavioral therapy | Guided self-help |
| Moderate depression: Cognitive behavioral therapy or a second generation antidepressant | Group or individual cognitive behavioral therapy or behavioral activation, group exercise, group mindfulness and medication |
| Interpersonal psychotherapy |