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Forensic disability evaluations occur in different contexts, each with its own legal standards. The common basis is establishing the presence of a valid psychological condition, assessing the functional impairments that derive from that condition, and comparing those impairments with the examinee’s work demands. This requires drawing a connection between the manifestations of the individual’s mental health condition and specific impairments in their functioning, then extrapolating these functional impairments to the requirements of their job. Research has begun to identify factors relevant to understanding these connections. However, the methodology for applying these factors to predict outcomes in individual cases has not yet been developed. Additional research is needed to identify specific methods and practices associated with more accurate outcomes in disability evaluations. The development of an actuarial model of prediction for return to work could improve the accuracy of disability assessments beyond reliance on clinical judgment. |
