A Review of Computer Diagnosis in Psychiatry with Special Emphasis on DSM-III.

Erdman, Harold P.; And Others

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ERIC Number: EJ367050

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Publication Date: 1987

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A Review of Computer Diagnosis in Psychiatry with Special Emphasis on DSM-III.

Erdman, Harold P.; And Others

Computers in Human Services, v2 n1-2 p1-11 Spr-Sum 1987

Computer programs have been developed to make Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Third Edition (DSM-III) diagnoses. Programs contain features that help to structure and shorten user interaction with the program, including screening questions and incorporation of DSM-III's decision trees for differential diagnosis. Discusses potential for such programs and reasons why they might not be fully accepted. (Author/NB)

Descriptors: Clinical Diagnosis, Computer Assisted Testing, Computer Oriented Programs, Mental Disorders, Psychiatry

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Language: English

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