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Observed Affect

Aka: Observed Affect, Affect Examination

Definition
1. Clinician's objective observation of a patient's emotional state
Exam: Characteristics
1. Emotional Range: Broad or Restricted
2. Intensity: Expansive, Blunted/Flat or Normal
3. Stability
Exam: Consistency
1. Congruence with stated mood
2. Appropriate for situation

Family Practice Notebook

Patients should address specific medical concerns with their physicians.

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This page was written by Scott Moses, MD, last revised on 9/4/2010 and last published on 6/18/2013.

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