The practice guideline 'Depressive disorder' (first revision) from the Dutch College of General Practitioners; a response from the perspective of general practice

The revised Dutch College of General Practitioners' practice guideline 'Depressive disorder' no longer distinguishes between mild and severe depression because the management in both cases is identical. This guideline focuses much attention on diagnosis, support and information, all of this in dialogue with the patient. The choice between the antidepressants, a tricyclic antidepressant or a specific serotonin reuptake inhibitor is based on the contraindications of these drugs.