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Norwegian Psychiatric Association

Avoid unnecessary extensive assessments 

18. JUNI 2026

Rationale: 

Diagnostic assessment should be performed based on clear clinical indications, as with other medical investigations. “Unnecessary extensive assessments” refers to broad, standardized, and lengthy evaluation processes without a clear focus, which are not evidently beneficial to the patient or have uncertain health gains. By conducting an early clinical assessment and establishing a tentative diagnosis, support measures and treatment can be initiated more quickly and adjusted as needed over time.  

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