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Evaluating psychotherapy

P London, G L Klerman

    The American Journal of Psychiatry
    |June 1, 1982
    PubMed
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    A national group is proposed to scientifically evaluate psychotherapy efficacy and safety. This body would be less regulatory than the FDA, addressing unique aspects of psychotherapy practice and research boundaries.

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    Area of Science:

    • Psychology
    • Psychotherapy Research
    • Health Policy

    Background:

    • Psychotherapies require evaluation for efficacy and safety.
    • Current regulatory frameworks may not fully address the unique nature of psychotherapy.
    • Distinguishing research from established practice in psychotherapy presents challenges.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To analyze the need for a dedicated national body for evaluating psychotherapies.
    • To explore the functional differences between such a body and existing regulatory agencies like the FDA.
    • To establish criteria for differentiating psychotherapy research from clinical practice.

    Main Methods:

    • Literature review on psychotherapy evaluation and regulation.
    • Comparative analysis of psychotherapy with pharmaceutical interventions.

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  • Discussion of policy implications for psychotherapy practice.

    • Main Results:

    • A need exists for a scientifically evaluative, less regulatory national group for psychotherapies.
    • Psychotherapies differ from drugs in specificity and danger, necessitating a distinct evaluation approach.
    • Clear criteria for distinguishing psychotherapy research from practice are feasible.

    Conclusions:

    • A standing national group is recommended for evaluating psychotherapy efficacy and safety.
    • This group should prioritize scientific evaluation over strict regulation.
    • Establishing clear boundaries between psychotherapy research and practice is achievable and necessary.