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Writing primarily for students and professionals who are actively involved with psychodiagnosis and neuropsychological assessment, Garb presents a thorough and balanced review of the empirical research on judgment and decision-making within clinical settings. The book has two main sections. The first focuses on the validity of clinical assessment and diagnosis based on results obtained from empirical studies in which practicing clinicians made judgments typical of those required in clinical practice; it contains information about a number of subtle biases that can affect clinical judgments. The second section describes methods and recommendations for reducing and eliminating these biases. Here, Garb offers an extensive discussion and explanation of the cognitive processes that underlie clinical judgments and advice on the optimal use of computers in making clinical judgments. Both sections are extensively referenced, drawing from over 900 original sources. This book should be considered essential reading for all mental-health professionals and graduate students engaged in neuropsychological assessment and psychodiagnosis and personality assessment. S. Hensch; University of Wisconsin Colleges
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