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Methodological Challenges of Characterizing Usual Care Psychotherapeutic Practice

Year: 2009

Type: article

Abstract: There is minimal existing research providing detailed, reliable data characterizing usual community-based psychotherapy practice, and, thus, limited established methods for such research. This article identifies methodological challenges of usual care descriptive research, including, (a) general design considerations, (b) measurement, (c) data analytic, and (d) ethical challenges. Case examples drawn from studies reported in this special issue are used to illustrate the implications, strengths, and weaknesses of different methodological decisions. Central themes include achieving an acceptable balance of scientific rigor, feasibility, and generalizable practice relevance, as well as working collaboratively with practice partners to select and implement study methods.

Source: Administration and Policy in Mental Health and Mental Health Services Research

DOI: 10.1007/s10488-009-0237-8

Authors: Ann F. Garland, Michael S. Hurlburt, Lauren Brookman-Frazee, Robin M. Taylor, Erin C. Accurso

Institutions: Rady Children's Hospital-San Diego, University of Southern California, University of California San Diego

Language: English

Topic: Psychotherapy Techniques and Applications

Subfield: Clinical Psychology

Field: Psychology

Domain: Social Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: hybrid

Estimated APC paid: $3,790