In this paper authored by A.C.M. Galvão et al., we show contrasts in biomarkers between first-episode depressive patients and patients with resistant depression.
The evaluated biomarkers were serum and salivary (awakening response) cortisol, C-reactive protein, and brain-derived neurotrophic factor. Sleep quality and depressive symptoms were also assessed through self-report.
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