Clinical case studies: their place in evidence-based practice
The study, documentation and communication of case studies are central to the practice of psychotherapy. However, case studies lie low in the hierarchy of evidence generally used by researchers, health providers and purchasers. This paper examines why this should be. Ways are proposed by which they can be improved for scientific purposes and become more than exercises in persuasion.
Keywords: Psychotherapy case studies; evidence-based practice; research; strengths; weaknesses
Document Type: Research Article
Affiliations: University of Leicester, UK
Publication date: 01 May 2005
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