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To err is human: An introduction to the special issue on clinical errors
1University of Wisconsin-Madison.
Psychotherapy (Chicago, Ill.)
|September 16, 2016
Summary
This special issue addresses clinical errors in psychotherapy, offering 20 articles with prevention and response strategies for therapists. It covers errors in processes, group therapy, specific treatments, diagnosis, and diverse populations.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Psychotherapy Research
Background:
- Identifies a significant gap in existing literature concerning clinical errors within psychotherapy practice.
- This special issue compiles 20 articles, mirroring previous successful formats on clinical and supervision processes.
Discussion:
- Authors detail specific clinical errors and provide actionable recommendations for psychotherapists.
- Focuses on error prevention, preparedness for alternative therapeutic responses, and effective post-error management.
Key Insights:
- The issue is structured into five thematic sections: clinical/supervision processes, group psychotherapy, specific treatments, diagnostic errors, and errors with specific populations.
- Provides a comprehensive overview of common pitfalls and their management across various psychotherapy contexts.
Outlook:
- Aims to enhance psychotherapist training and practice by highlighting and addressing common clinical errors.
- Contributes to the body of knowledge on psychotherapy quality improvement and patient safety.
