Objective: This paper provides a systematic
review of adverse drug reactions (ADRs) associated with
the use of extracts of the herb St. John's wort (Hyperi-
cum perforatum L.) for the treatment of mild to mod-
erate depression.
Methods: Searches of four computerized literature da-
tabases were performed for records of (ADRs). Manu-
Recent qualitative research conducted in metropolitan Perth and the Kimberley region of
Western Australia has highlighted major gaps in service delivery to Aboriginal clientele
suffering depression and suicidal ideation (Vicary, 2002). Seventy Aboriginal people were
interviewed about their beliefs and attitudes towards mental health, western psychology and