Evaluation and costs of volunteer telephone cessation follow-up counseling for Veteran smokers discharged from inpatient units: a quasi-experimental, mixed methods study

In this mixed-methods study, we analyzed data from 351 couple therapists who completed our Therapists' Experiences Treating Infidelity (TETI) survey. The present survey is a follow-up of previous iterations that examined therapists' attitudes toward infidelity and affair recovery treatment. Our TETI survey provided additional questions pertaining to therapists' personal history with affairs and perceptions on current research and training standards. Results showed that various therapist and couple factors serve to impede affair recovery treatment. Additionally, this survey revealed several similarities in therapists' attitudes from prior surveys, despite decades having passed between when the present survey and previous versions. In this article, we (a) outline findings from this mixed-methods survey, (b) discuss implications for the field, and (c) offer directions for future research.

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Explaining patient delay in healthcare seeking and loss to diagnostic follow-up among patients with presumptive tuberculosis in Tanzania: a mixed-methods study

BMC Health Services Research ◽

10.1186/s12913-019-4030-4 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 19 (1) ◽

Cited By ~ 4

Author(s):

Grace Mhalu ◽

Mitchell G. Weiss ◽

Jerry Hella ◽

Francis Mhimbira ◽

Enos Mahongo ◽

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Keyword(s):

Mixed Methods ◽

Patient Delay ◽

Mixed Methods Study ◽

Healthcare Seeking

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Investigating models of adult safeguarding in England – a mixed-methods approach

The Journal of Adult Protection ◽

10.1108/jap-11-2013-0045 ◽

2014 ◽

Vol 16 (6) ◽

pp. 377-388 ◽

Cited By ~ 6

Author(s):

Caroline Norrie ◽

Martin Stevens ◽

Katherine Graham ◽

Jill Manthorpe ◽

Jo Moriarty ◽

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Keyword(s):

Mixed Methods ◽

Mixed Methods Study ◽

Mixed Method Research ◽

Policy Makers ◽

Content Type ◽

Mixed Methods Approach ◽

Quasi Experimental ◽

The Subject ◽

Study Sites ◽

Experimental Study Design

Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to describe the methodology being used in a study exploring the organisation of adult safeguarding. Design/methodology/approach – A mixed-methods study is presented which describes how the research team is seeking to identify models of adult safeguarding and then compare them using a quasi-experimental study design. Findings – Close examination of this study's methodology highlights the potential value of mixed-method research approaches. Research limitations/implications – Anticipated study challenges include difficulties with gaining agreement from study sites and recruitment of people who have been the subject of a safeguarding referral. Originality/value – This will be the first study in England to identify and compare different models of adult safeguarding in depth. Outlining and discussing current methodology is likely to be of interest to practitioners, managers and other researchers and policy makers.

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Care coordination and follow-up practices in the community pharmacy setting: A mixed methods study

Journal of the American Pharmacists Association ◽

10.1016/j.japh.2019.11.023 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 60 (4) ◽

pp. 631-638.e2

Author(s):

Chelsea P. Renfro ◽

Jessica M. Robinson ◽

Kea Turner ◽

Tashani Gaskins ◽

Stefanie P. Ferreri

Keyword(s):

Mixed Methods ◽

Community Pharmacy ◽

Care Coordination ◽

Mixed Methods Study ◽

Pharmacy Setting

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Follow-up of Abnormal Estimated GFR Results Within a Large Integrated Health Care Delivery System: A Mixed-Methods Study

American Journal of Kidney Diseases ◽

10.1053/j.ajkd.2019.05.003 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 74 (5) ◽

pp. 589-600 ◽

Cited By ~ 4

Author(s):

Kim N. Danforth ◽

Erin E. Hahn ◽

Jeffrey M. Slezak ◽

Lie Hong Chen ◽

Bonnie H. Li ◽

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Keyword(s):

Health Care ◽

Mixed Methods ◽

Delivery System ◽

Health Care Delivery ◽

Care Delivery ◽

Health Care Delivery System ◽

Mixed Methods Study ◽

Estimated Gfr ◽

System A

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Does Sense make sense? Mixed methods study of a Dutch sexual health program

European Journal of Public Health ◽

10.1093/eurpub/ckz185.353 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 29 (Supplement_4) ◽

Author(s):

R Joosten ◽

L Jochems ◽

C Wijsen ◽

T Heijman ◽

A Timen

Keyword(s):

Health Care ◽

Mixed Methods ◽

Young People ◽

Sexual Health ◽

Health Care Professionals ◽

Mixed Methods Study ◽

Structured Interviews ◽

Open Atmosphere ◽

Study Results

Abstract In the Netherlands, the Sense program addresses several key elements of sexual health for young people <25 year. This program offers free consultations at the PHS concerning STI, contraceptives, pregnancy or sexuality. The performance of this program has not been studied yet. This mixed methods study investigates facilitators and barriers of a Sense consultation from the perspective of clients and health care professionals (HCP) and investigates the outcome of the consultation at three points in time. Semi-structured interviews were conducted after consultation among 16 clients and 6 HCP. Questionnaires were collected directly after consultation and at 3, 6 and 12 months after consultation. Two cohorts were recruited; clients with STI consultation only and clients with questions related to sexuality, contraception and pregnancy (Sense consultation, SC). Satisfaction of the consultation and applicability of the given advice was measured. In the follow up presence of STI, pregnancy, sexual problem and contraceptive use was measured. A minority of the interviewed clients were familiar with Sense, highly valued the expertise of the HCP and the open atmosphere during the consultation. Reasons for visiting Sense included expertise, more anonymity and feeling more comfortable than at the GP. The questionnaire after consultation was returned by 144 STI clients and 32 SC clients. Both type of consultation were highly valued and advice was easily applicable. The follow up cohort included 97 STI clients and 23 SC clients. Response rate of the 3- and 6 month-questionnaires was 61%. Results of the full one year follow-up are expected in September 2019. Study results provide evidence for a highly valued Sense program, by both clients and HCP. Sense is a platform to discuss STI, contraception and sexuality in an open atmosphere, though familiarity with Sense is low. A major conclusion is that an STI consultation provides the opportunity to address questions related to sexuality. Key messages The Sense program is highly valued by young people, and yet the program is not widely known among young people. There is need for more publicity to the program to enable more young people to use this program and to improve the sexual health care of young Dutch people.

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Evaluating a Technology-Mediated HPV Vaccination Awareness Intervention: A controlled, Quasi-Experimental Mixed Methods Study

10.21203/rs.3.rs-30179/v1 ◽

2020 ◽

Author(s):

Heather M Brandt ◽

Beth Sundstrom ◽

Courtney M. Monroe ◽

Gabrielle Turner-McGrievy ◽

Chelsea Larsen ◽

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Keyword(s):

College Students ◽

Social Media ◽

Health Promotion ◽

Mixed Methods ◽

Pilot Study ◽

Hpv Vaccination ◽

Mixed Methods Study ◽

Healthy Weight ◽

Quasi Experimental ◽

Catch Up

Abstract Background College-aged women and men are at increased risk of acquiring human papillomavirus (HPV) and are considered an important catch-up population for HPV vaccination. Technology provides an attractive platform for HPV vaccination interventions. Limited research has explored technology-mediated HPV vaccination awareness interventions aimed at college students. The purpose of this pilot study was to evaluate a novel, technology-mediated, social media-based intervention to promote HPV vaccination among college students.Methods A controlled, quasi-experimental, mixed methods study examined the feasibility of a technology-based intervention among two undergraduate classes (n = 58) at a public university in the southeastern United States of America. Classes were randomized by coin flip to receive one of two cancer prevention programs (i.e., HPV vaccination [intervention] or healthy weight [control]). Both programs contained eight technology-mediated health promotion sessions, including weekly emails and private Facebook group posts. Participants completed a pre- and post-test web-based survey and submitted weekly qualitative reflections. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics for quantitative data and thematic review for qualitative data.Results Knowledge of HPV and HPV vaccination improved among participants in the HPV vaccination intervention relative to those in the control condition. Participants (97%) interacted on Facebook by “liking” a post or comment or posting a comment. Participants reported that Facebook was easy to use and encouraged interaction, which contributed to the success of the intervention.Conclusion Participants demonstrated robust engagement and high treatment satisfaction. Objective measures and qualitative open-ended assessment of the intervention showed high levels of engagement with the electronic newsletters and Facebook group. This pilot study suggests that social media is an effective platform to reach college students with health promotion interventions and increase HPV vaccination awareness in this important catch-up population.

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