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Equivalence to normal?

Frederick L Newman1, Stephen Saunders, Daniel J Feaster

  • 1Health Services Administration, Florida International University, Miami 33199, USA. newman@fiu.edu

Journal of Clinical Psychology
|June 17, 2003
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This research emphasizes defining population norms and clinical significance to evaluate study outcomes. Understanding "normality" is crucial for assessing client, family, and societal impact.

Area of Science:

  • Psychology
  • Clinical Psychology
  • Research Methodology

Background:

  • Two foundational articles by Howard et al. (1988, 1993) are discussed.
  • These articles address critical aspects of research interpretation and application.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore the importance of defining population norms and clinical significance in research.
  • To highlight the need for evaluating study outcomes in the context of client, family, and societal functioning.

Main Methods:

  • The first article (Saunders, Howard, & Newman, 1988) refined the concept of clinical significance.
  • The second article (Rogers, Howard, & Vessey, 1993) focused on tests of equivalency between groups.

Main Results:

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  • Research requires clear definitions of normal/nonclinical behaviors within specific populations.
  • Assessing the importance of outcome differences or equivalencies is vital for practical application.

    • Conclusions:

    • A comprehensive understanding of study outcomes necessitates careful delineation of population norms.
    • The relevance of findings must be considered for clients, their families, and the broader community.