Should Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) Be Managed as a Mental Health Disorder or Approached Holistically?

Watch as our experts discuss major depressive disorder (MDD) in this thought-provoking debate moderated by Nurse Practitioner Brooke Kempf. Nurse Practitioners Tina Matthews-Hayes and Desiree Matthews share their arguments on the best approach to MDD treatment. Should MDD be managed as a mental health disorder or approached holistically?

Be sure to watch the series of videos featuring each round of this engaging debate. Don’t forget to share your thoughts and tell us who you think won each round by answering the poll questions that appear on your screen!

Introduction & Round 1

Do MDD symptoms indicate treatment for both the body and mind?

Meet the knowledgeable participants for this debate on MDD treatment approaches. Tina Matthews-Hayes argues for treating MDD as a mental health disorder, while Desiree Matthews provides support for a holistic treatment approach. Then, in the first round of this debate, our leaders address whether MDD symptoms indicate treatment for both the body and mind.

Round 2

Does the treatment approach influence the speed of recovery from depression?

In the second round of this engaging debate, our participants discuss whether the treatment approach influences the speed of recovery from depression.

Round 3

Does the treatment approach impact long-term outcomes?

In the final round of this debate, Tina Matthews-Hayes and Desiree Matthews provide their perspectives on whether the treatment approach impacts long-term outcomes for patients.

Closing Arguments

Debate Conclusion

During closing arguments, the experts give a synopsis of their positions from each of the three rounds.