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SCID stands for "Structured Clinical Interview for DSM-5 Disorders" (SCID-5). It is a semi-structured diagnostic interview used to assess the presence of various mental disorders as defined by the Diagn and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, 5th edition (DSM-5).
Science means traditionally, the systematic attempt to rationally categorize or explain empirical observations. Popper described science as a way of rigorously testing proposed solutions to problems, and
Scientist-Practitioner refers to mental health professional expected to apply scientific methods to his or her work. A Scientist-Practitioner must know the latest research on diagnosis and treatment, must evaluate his or her methods for effectiveness, and may generate research to discover information about disorders and their treatment.
In psychology, a score is a numerical value that is assigned to a person based on their performance on a specific test or measure. The score is used to indicate a person's level of ability, skill, or knowledge in a particular area.
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