Validation of a Systems-Actuarial Computer Process for Multidimensional Classification of Child Psychopathology.

McDermott, Paul A.; Hale, Robert L.

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Publication Date: 1982-Jul

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Validation of a Systems-Actuarial Computer Process for Multidimensional Classification of Child Psychopathology.

McDermott, Paul A.; Hale, Robert L.

Journal of Clinical Psychology, v38 n3 p477-86 Jul 1982

Tested diagnostic classifications of child psychopathology produced by a computerized technique known as multidimensional actuarial classification (MAC), against the criterion of expert psychological opinion. Experts' agreement with MAC was significant for all classification areas, as was MAC's agreement with the experts held as a conjoint reference standard. Discusses implications. (Author/JAC)

Descriptors: Children, Classification, Comparative Analysis, Computer Oriented Programs, Educational Diagnosis, Elementary Secondary Education, Psychological Evaluation, Psychologists, Psychopathology

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Language: English

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