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Despite the prevalence of psychiatric disorders in medical settings, mental health problems often go undetected and patients do not receive appropriate treatment. The main goal of this study is to provide additional information about the Beck Anxiety Inventory – Primary Care (BAI–PC), a brief instrument that screens for patients with anxiety. This study provides information on the performance of the BAI–PC as a screening instrument for depression and PTSD in addition to its original purpose as a screening instrument for anxiety. This efficient tool can identify patients who can benefit from effective psychological treatments and facilitate referrals to psychologists working in medical settings.
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Mori, D.L., Lambert, J.F., Niles, B.L. et al. The BAI–PC as a Screen for Anxiety, Depression, and PTSD in Primary Care. Journal of Clinical Psychology in Medical Settings 10, 187–192 (2003). https://doi.org/10.1023/A:1025410812221
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