Classification of child and adolescent psychopathology

Journal/Book: J Child Psychol Psychiat. 1996; 37: The Boulevard, Langford Lane, Kidlington, Oxford, England OX5 1GB. Pergamon-Elsevier Science Ltd. 3-12.

Abstract: This review will consider some of the major issues in the classification of child and adolescent psychopathology. The central issue will be the value of classification systems in child and adolescent psychopathology research. Some comment will also be made on the value of the existing classifications in clinical practice.

Note: Article DP Cantwell, 4490 Poe Ave, Woodland Hills, CA 91364 USA

Keyword(s): classification; nosology; child and adolescent psychopathology; diagnostic assessment; PSYCHIATRIC-DIAGNOSIS; HYPERACTIVITY; BEHAVIOR; ANXIETY

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