The cognitive process of combining information from multiple sources to form judgments or make decisions, involving weighing different types of evidence and resolving conflicts between contradictory information sources.
Example: A clinician integrating client self-reports, behavioral observations, test results, and family input to formulate an accurate diagnosis and treatment plan.
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