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Extending the network perspective on comorbidity

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  29 June 2010

Brian D. Haig  and
Frances M. Vertue
Brian D. Haig
Affiliation:
Department of Psychology, University of Canterbury, Private Bag 4800, Christchurch 8140, New Zealand. [email protected]@canterbury.ac.nzhttp://www.psyc.canterbury.ac.nz
Frances M. Vertue
Affiliation:
Department of Psychology, University of Canterbury, Private Bag 4800, Christchurch 8140, New Zealand. [email protected]@canterbury.ac.nzhttp://www.psyc.canterbury.ac.nz
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Abstract

Cramer et al. make a good case for reconceptualizing comorbid psychopathologies in terms of complex network theory. We suggest the need for an extension of their network model to include reference to latent causes. We also draw attention to a neglected approach to theory appraisal that might usefully be incorporated into the methodology of network theory.

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Open Peer Commentary
Information
Behavioral and Brain Sciences , Volume 33 , Issue 2-3 , June 2010 , pp. 158
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Copyright © Cambridge University Press 2010

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