From Ruth Ashbee
The cover story on novel ways of treating disorders of the brain (9 April, p 35) stated that “until recently the only treatments available… were drugs or surgery”, and these disorders were implied to include depression. This is a common and damaging misconception.
There are other, well-researched treatments for depression, including cognitive behavioural therapy. , CBT has been shown to be as effective as drugs in many cases. It also has fewer side effects.
Shrewsbury, Shropshire, UK
