Abstract
This paper discusses several philosophical problems with the use of randomized clinical trials (RCTs) in psychotherapy outcome research. The problems include: the impermanence problem, the identification problem, and idiographic problems. The paper concludes with an assessment of the overall case for and against the use of RCTs in psychotherapy outcome research.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 135-152 |
Number of pages | 18 |
Journal | Philosophy of Science |
Volume | 73 |
Issue number | 2 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Apr 2006 |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- History
- Philosophy
- History and Philosophy of Science