Evidence-Based Practice: Evolution, Challenges, and Current Status

Christina Jeffrey

Abstract


Psychological treatment is long-rooted in community-based practices and the general intention of beneficence.  However, as science progresses, subjective diagnoses are subject to increased scrutiny due to lack of practical replicability and application.  Evidence-based practices (EBPs), known as treatments for illness that exhibit clinical efficacy, are proposed in response to this problem.  EBPs aim to provide concrete, research-proven practices to provide better treatment for the mentally ill.  While EBPs are often effective, they are not equally implemented by professionals in the field of psychology.  This review of the literature examines the field of psychology before evidence-based practices came into existence, their evolution over time, current problems and issues, challenges in implementation, and a future look toward their application.  Ultimately, this article provides a resource for teachers, clinical supervisors, scientist-practitioners, researchers, and therapists in the understanding, development, and instruction of this critical part of psychological training and practice.  


Keywords


evidence-based treatment; literature review; standardized practice; scientist-practitioner

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