Physicians’ suggested length of time to the first follow-up visit for GAD and MDE clinical-scenario patients
| TIME ELAPSED UNTIL FIRST FOLLOW-UP | GAD CLINICAL SCENARIO (N = 160), N (%) | MDE CLINICAL SCENARIO (N = 171), N (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 wk or sooner | 55 (34.4) | 59 (34.5) |
| 1–2 wk | 72 (45.0) | 82 (48.0) |
| 3–4 wk | 8 (5.0) | 7 (4.1) |
| More than 4 wk | 10 (6.3) | 11 (6.4) |
| No response | 15 (9.4) | 12 (7.0) |
GAD—generalized anxiety disorder, MDE—major depressive episode.