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Title: Identifying uncertainties about the effects of treatments for schizophrenia.
Author: Lloyd, K., Rose, D. & Fenton, M.
Date Published: 2006
Reference: Journal of Mental Health, 15(3), 263-268.
Are service users or carers authors: Yes

Abstract:

This article discusses the problem of treatment uncertainties and the value of involving service users in the development of clinical trials to ensure that trials measure the outcomes that matter to participants.

It also describes the establishment of the Database of Uncertainty about the Effects of Treatments (DUETs) and how this could help to influence the research agenda.

Related entry: none currently available

Categories: health
reflecting on public involvement in research
journal article

Date Entered: 2009/01/27

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