American Psychiatric Association (APA) is going to publish a guideline for treatment of
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder. The guideline is expected 2006 2007.
APA practice guidelines are intended to assist psychiatrists in clinical decision-making and to improve patient care. They also document evidence available to determine appropriate care. A practice guideline is not a “standard of care.” The ultimate judgment regarding a particular clinical procedure or treatment plan must be made by the psychiatrist in light of the clinical data presented by the patient and the diagnostic and treatment options available.
Guidelines available
Acute Stress Disorder and Posttraumatic Stress Disorder
Alzheimer’s Disease and Other Dementias of Late Life
Bipolar Disorder
Borderline Personality Disorder
Delirium
Eating Disorders
HIV/AIDS
Major Depressive Disorder
Panic Disorder
Psychiatric Evaluation of Adults
Schizophrenia
Suicidal Behaviors
Expected 2007
Substance Use Disorders
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
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