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Deny nothing, doubt everything: a comment on Westen and Morrison (2001).
1Department of Psychology, The University of Iowa, Iowa City 52242, USA. pnathan@blue.weeg.uiowa.edu
Journal of Consulting and Clinical Psychology
|January 5, 2002
Summary
Westen and Morrison's meta-analysis offers novel perspectives on psychotherapy research, presenting intriguing data. Their work encourages future researchers to explore familiar questions with innovative approaches.
Area of Science:
- Psychotherapy Research
- Clinical Psychology
- Meta-Analysis Studies
Background:
- Psychotherapy research addresses numerous complex issues.
- Existing research often poses familiar questions.
- Previous studies may lack novel approaches.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore significant issues in psychotherapy research.
- To present original approaches to familiar research questions.
- To provide intriguing data through meta-analysis.
Main Methods:
- Conducted a meta-analysis of psychotherapy research.
- Analyzed existing data with a focus on novel perspectives.
- Discussed findings to stimulate new research directions.
Main Results:
- The meta-analysis touched upon many important psychotherapy issues.
- Original approaches were applied to familiar research questions.
- Intriguing data were presented, though no new questions were definitively resolved.
Conclusions:
- Westen and Morrison's meta-analysis offers a "outside the box" perspective.
- The study's primary impact may be inspiring future psychotherapy researchers.
- It encourages a re-evaluation of methodologies and approaches in the field.