Glossary C
Glossary C
Clinical targets approach refers to one of four (4) approaches to intuitive-logical clinical thinking at Step 2 of the inverted pyramid method of case conceptualization. Using this approach, the counselor looks at thoughts, feelings, behaviors, and physiology. Clinical thinking using this approach divides client presentations into four (4) domains: (1) irrational thoughts (2) distressing moods (3) dysfunctional and maladaptive actions, and (4) problematic physical aspects.
Deutsch: Klinische Nützlichkeit / Español: Utilidad Clínica / Português: Utilidade Clínica / Français: Utilité Clinique / Italian: Utilità Clinica
Clinical utility in the psychology context refers to the practical value and effectiveness of a psychological assessment, intervention, or treatment in real-world clinical settings. It encompasses how well a psychological tool or method contributes to making informed decisions about diagnosis, treatment planning, and patient outcomes, as well as its overall impact on patient Care.
Clinician is a practitioner of medicine or psychology who does clinical work instead of laboratory experiments