Is follow-up necessary in evaluating psychotherapy?
Abstract
Examines the assumption that conclusions drawn at follow-up may differ from conclusions made at the end of therapy for neurotic patients. Follow-up research is quantitatively reviewed to evaluate empirically whether outcomes at posttreatment differed from outcomes at follow-up. Results demonstrate that information obtained at follow-up often added little to that obtained at the end of treatment. Findings highlight the general durability of gains achieved during psychotherapy, suggesting that costly follow-up procedures may be used more selectively. (107 ref) (PsycINFO Database Record (c) 2006 APA, all rights reserved). © 1983 American Psychological Association.
Publication Title
Psychological Bulletin
Recommended Citation
Nicholson, R., & Berman, J. (1983). Is follow-up necessary in evaluating psychotherapy?. Psychological Bulletin, 93 (2), 261-278. https://doi.org/10.1037/0033-2909.93.2.261
