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John Buss holds a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology with a minor in Informatics. His research focuses on the use of novel methods for modeling psychopathology, leveraging technology to streamline psychological assessments, and addressing measurement issues in clinical psychology. John is passionate about advancing the precision and efficiency of mental health research and practice through innovative approaches. He enjoys exploring emerging tools and theories in psychology and looks forward to sharing these insights with you.

Entries by Jack Buss

From categorical diagnoses to dimensions: The promise and limits of HiTOP

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[A patient is sitting in a chair across from a psychologist and being assessed by the psychologist, who is holding a paper assessment on a clipboard. Between the patient and the psychologist is a table with a glass of water and glasses sitting on it.]

In psychology and psychiatry, mental health diagnoses are the starting point for guiding treatment decisions. For decades, the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5) has been the most important tool for making mental health diagnoses in the US.1 However, the manual’s use has generated considerable debate.2…

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