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The problem-oriented record. Problem definition.

D R Fowler, R Longabaugh

    Archives of General Psychiatry
    |July 1, 1975
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    Clinicians define patient problems based on physiological, psychological, or social dysfunction. Problems are "lumped" or "split" based on theoretical and practical considerations for effective treatment.

    Area of Science:

    • Psychiatry and clinical psychology
    • Patient assessment and diagnosis

    Background:

    • Clinical problem definition involves assessing patient dysfunction across physiological, psychological, and social domains.
    • Current assessment methods can confound data with the assessment itself, complicating accurate problem identification.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To provide a framework for "lumping" or "splitting" psychiatric problems based on theoretical and practical considerations.
    • To establish criteria for differentiating or grouping problem indicators to guide clinical decision-making.

    Main Methods:

    • The study proposes a conceptual framework for problem definition in clinical practice.
    • It outlines criteria for "splitting" problem indicators when they represent distinct issues or require different treatments.
    • It defines conditions for "lumping" indicators when they signify the same underlying problem or share similar treatment approaches.

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    Main Results:

    • Problem indicators should be "split" if they are not indicative of the same issue or necessitate divergent treatments.
    • Indicators can be "lumped" if they represent different facets of a single problem or are amenable to the same treatment.
    • Criteria for a single problem construct include co-varying indicators, functional equivalence, and similar treatment responses.

    Conclusions:

    • A clear distinction between "lumping" and "splitting" problem indicators is crucial for accurate psychiatric diagnosis and treatment planning.
    • The proposed framework aids clinicians in making theoretically sound and practically useful decisions regarding problem definition.
    • Adopting these criteria can enhance the precision and effectiveness of therapeutic interventions.