Looking with both eyes open: fact and value in psychiatric diagnosis?

IN THIS ARTICLE WE ARGUE THE CASE FOR A PROPOSAL: that psychiatry should recognise, embrace and take seriously the role of values, alongside facts, in diagnosis. We present a three-step argument in support of our proposal; we raise a number of key questions from the perspectives of different stakeho...

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Published in:World psychiatry 2005-06, Vol.4 (2), p.78-86
Main Authors: Fulford, Kenneth W M, Broome, Matthew, Stanghellini, Giovanni, Thornton, Tim
Format: Article
Language:English
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Forum: Facts and Values in Psychiatric Diagnosis
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Summary:IN THIS ARTICLE WE ARGUE THE CASE FOR A PROPOSAL: that psychiatry should recognise, embrace and take seriously the role of values, alongside facts, in diagnosis. We present a three-step argument in support of our proposal; we raise a number of key questions from the perspectives of different stakeholders in mental health; and we conclude with a note on the significance of our proposal for building a more equal relationship between patients and professionals.
ISSN:1723-8617