Validity and utility of the present state examination in assessing neurosis: Empirical findings and critical considerations

M. A. Van Den Hout; E. Griez

doi:10.1016/0022-3956(84)90007-4

Validity and utility of the present state examination in assessing neurosis: Empirical findings and critical considerations

M. A. Van Den Hout, E. Griez

Maastricht University

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Abstract

The validity and clinical utility of the Present State Examination was investigated in 70 neurotic patients referred for inpatient behavioural treatment. We conclude that the instrument is reasonably valid and can be helpful in everyday clinical practice. Suggestions for refinement of the PSE are given.

Original language	English
Pages (from-to)	161-172
Number of pages	12
Journal	Journal of Psychiatric Research
Volume	18
Issue number	2
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1016/0022-3956(84)90007-4
Publication status	Published - 1 Jan 1984
Externally published	Yes

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