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Published Online: 1979, pp. 159–327

Diagnosis Separate from Psychotherapy: Pros and Cons

Frederick Shectman, Ph.D., Jorge De La Torre, M.D., and A. Cesar Garza, M.D.Authors Info & Affiliations

Publication: American Journal of Psychotherapy

Volume 33, Number 2

https://doi.org/10.1176/appi.psychotherapy.1979.33.2.291

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Abstract

The gains and losses deriving from the separation of the diagnostic process from psychotherapy proper are discussed, especially as that applies to patients who are seen within an institutional setting. These gains and losses are viewed from the standpoint of the patient, the diagnosticians and the psychotherapists, and the institution itself.

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American Journal of Psychotherapy

Volume 33 • Number 2 • 1979, pp. 159–327

Pages: 291 - 302

PubMed: 453387

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Published in print: 1979, pp. 159–327

Published online: 30 April 2018

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Frederick Shectman, Ph.D.^†

Topeka, Kansas

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Jorge De La Torre, M.D.^‡

Houston, Texas

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A. Cesar Garza, M.D.^§

Monterrey, Mexico

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Notes

A preliminary version of this paper was presented by the authors in panel form to the Adult Psychotherapy Service of The Menninger Foundation in November, 1975.

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Core Psychologist, Adult Diagnostic and Consultation Service, The Menninger Foundation, Topeka, Kansas 66601.

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Director, Baylor Psychiatric Clinic, Houston, Texas 77030.

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Associate Professor of Psychiatry, University of Nuevo Leon, Monterrey, Mexico.

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