To explore the feasibility of Group Therapy as a therapeutic intervention for patients diagnosed with depression in the Maldives.
Conclusions
Observations and results of the first five cohorts in the capital, Male, demonstrate acceptance of the adapted intervention and preliminary support to its effectiveness.
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