Pitfalls in the diagnosis of patients with affective disorders
Charles, S.C.
American Journal of PsychoTherapy 36(1): 4-13
1982
ISSN/ISBN: 0002-9564 PMID: 7081515 Document Number: 184791
In current clinical practice, affective disorder is a frequently designated diagnosis with clear treatment implications. Despite recent advances in establishing diagnostic criteria, there remains a considerable lack of clarity in the definition of affectively laden emotional disturbances. Four case histories illustrate some areas of confusion.
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