On the Application of a Probability Index, PM, in Discriminating between Psychiatric Groups.

Meyer, Lennart

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Publication Date: 1979

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On the Application of a Probability Index, PM, in Discriminating between Psychiatric Groups.

Meyer, Lennart

Educational and Psychological Measurement, v39 n1 p1-6 Spr 1979

The PM statistical index, which indicates the probability that a person will belong to a particular clinical class, is described. The coefficient is similar to the G index but is easier to compute. An empirical example is presented. (JKS)

Descriptors: Adults, Clinical Diagnosis, Data Analysis, Hypothesis Testing, Nonparametric Statistics, Probability, Technical Reports, Validity

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Language: English

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