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thinking disorders assessment  

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  • Introduction Regardless of the instruments used, the clinical assessment of thought disorder must begin with clarification of the meaning of this illusive concept. ‘Thought disorder’ is a widely used and often misunderstood term with a history of confusion regarding the definition, underlying mechanisms, and diagnostic specificity. [Source: Encyclopedia of Psychological Assessment; Thinking Disorders Assessment]

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