Exclusion of psychological testimony with the claim that psychologists are unable to diagnose mental disorders is contrary to:

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Several provincial statutes governing the profession of psychologists specifically allow for the diagnosis of mental disorders by psychologists. Therefore, exclusion of psychological testimony on the basis that psychologists are unable to diagnose mental disorders would be contrary to these statutes. Federal guidelines and regulatory body guidelines for psychologists may vary by jurisdiction and may not necessarily address this issue. The Canadian Code of Ethics and Canadian labour law may also be relevant to the practice of psychology, but do not directly address the issue of diagnosis of mental disorders.

Exclusion of Psychological Testimony with the Claim That Psychologists Are