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- Title
Recent Advances in Evidence-Based Psychiatry.
- Authors
Geddes, John
- Abstract
Background: There is increasing interest in the potential contribution of evidence-based medicine to clinical decision making in psychiatry. In this article, we describe some of the recent advances in evidence-based psychiatry and outline future challenges. Method: Narrative review Content: The successful introduction of evidence-based practice into psychiatry requires the acquisition of new skills by clinicians. It is also important that policy statements that aim to be evidence-based, such as clinical practice guidelines, use rigorous methods to synthesize the primary evidence and do not overlook its limitations. One result of the systematic reviewing of evidence is the identification of important residual clinical uncertainties. Primary research can then be focused on these questions. For questions regarding therapy in psychiatry, it will be necessary to undertake some large, simple randomized trials. Making the best available evidence readily accessible in a clinical setting, however, remains a significant challenge. Conclusions: Collaboration between clinicians, researchers, policy-makers, and those involved in information technology is required to optimize the contribution of evidence-based medicine in psychiatry. (Can J Psychiatry 2001;46:403-406) Key words: clinical medicine, evidence-based medicine, guidelines, medical informatics, information systems
- Subjects
DECISION making in clinical medicine; PSYCHIATRY
- Publication
Canadian Journal of Psychiatry, 2001, Vol 46, Issue 5, p403
- ISSN
0706-7437
- Publication type
Article
- DOI
10.1177/070674370104600503