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. 2020 Jun;42(6):962-963.
doi: 10.1016/j.clinthera.2020.04.010. Epub 2020 Apr 27.

COVID-19 and Depression

Richard I Shader  1
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COVID-19 and Depression

Richard I Shader. Clin Ther. 2020 Jun.

Abstract

The COVID-19 pandemic embodies overwhelming stresses-unemployment, death, and isolation, among others. When called upon, clinicians must try to sort out demoralization from depression. This commentary discerns the characteristics of demoralization versus depression, and suggests solutions for both, together with a cautionary word on the use chloroquine and hydroxychloroquine in patients with COVID-19.

Keywords: COVID-19; Chloroquine; Demoralization; Depression; Hydroxychloroquine.

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