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.van Yperen T A (1996) On Coding and Classification in Social Welfare New
Technology in the Human Services Vol:9(4) pp. 3-10
Abstract The purpose of this contribution is to elaborate on why coding and classification in mental health care and social work is currently gaining importance and on what criteria coding and classification schemes can be characterised and evaluated. First the core concepts involved will be described. The background and contents of the ICD and DSM are described briefly for illustrative purposes. Then the reasons for the introduction of classification schemes, the general characteristics, the evaluative criteria, and the hazards of the schemes are discussed in more detail. |
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