An overview of clustering methods with guidelines for application in mental health research.
Psychiatry Res
; 327: 115265, 2023 09.
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| ID: mdl-37348404
Cluster analyzes have been widely used in mental health research to decompose inter-individual heterogeneity by identifying more homogeneous subgroups of individuals. However, despite advances in new algorithms and increasing popularity, there is little guidance on model choice, analytical framework and reporting requirements. In this paper, we aimed to address this gap by introducing the philosophy, design, advantages/disadvantages and implementation of major algorithms that are particularly relevant in mental health research. Extensions of basic models, such as kernel methods, deep learning, semi-supervised clustering, and clustering ensembles are subsequently introduced. How to choose algorithms to address common issues as well as methods for pre-clustering data processing, clustering evaluation and validation are then discussed. Importantly, we also provide general guidance on clustering workflow and reporting requirements. To facilitate the implementation of different algorithms, we provide information on R functions and libraries.
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MEDLINE
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Algoritmos
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Salud Mental
Tipo de estudio:
Guideline
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Humans
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En
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Psychiatry Res
Año:
2023
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Article
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Irlanda