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baseline measure

baseline measure A baseline measure is a one-time assessment taken at the start of a study or follow-up period.

A baseline measure is a one-time assessment taken at the start of a study or follow-up period. In mental health research, it can be used as an initial reference point to examine whether early levels of symptoms predict later outcomes.