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Kaplowitz, Michael D.

doi:10.1023/a:1004844425448

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“…Both focus groups and individual interviews are two well-established and effective ways to obtain data about a topic that may be of sensitive nature [23,25,26]. Also, the combination of two independent data collection methods has been suggested as a productive strategy to enrich data by gathering complementary views and thereby enhance the description of a phenomenon [27,28]. To analyze the data we used thematic analysis according to Braun and Clarke [29].…”

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“…or else I close my ears” How women with obesity want to be approached and treated regarding gestational weight management: A qualitative interview study

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IntroductionThe importance of helping pregnant women maintain a healthy lifestyle and prevent excessive gestational weight gain is well recognized, but pregnant women do not always perceive communication about body weight as respectful or helpful. Furthermore, fear of inducing shame or guilt can prohibit some midwives from talking about body weight, especially if the woman has obesity. We aimed to explore what women of reproductive age with obesity regard to be the most important and relevant aspects when discussing gestational weight management.MethodsQualitative interview study using focus groups and individual semi-structured interviews with 17 women of reproductive age (19–39 y) with obesity. Thematic analysis was used to analyze the data.ResultsWe identified three themes: 1) Importance of obtaining vital medical information; 2) A wish to feel understood and treated with respect; 3) Midwives’ approach is crucial in sensitive key situations, which include bringing up the subject of body weight, weighing, providing weight-related information, coaching lifestyle modification, dealing with emotional reactions and ending a conversation.ConclusionsA majority of the interviewed women wished to receive information about risks about obesity and gestational weight gain, and recommendations on weight management. However, the risk of midwives offending someone by raising the topic may be increased if the pregnant woman believe that gestational weight gain is uncontrollable by the individual. Also, several situations during maternity care meetings can be stigmatizing and make women less receptive to advice or support. Women suggest that a good working alliance is likely to be achieved if midwives have knowledge about the causes of obesity, take interest in the patients’ background, have a non-judgmental approach and refrain from giving unsolicited advice.

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“…or else I close my ears” How women with obesity want to be approached and treated regarding gestational weight management: A qualitative interview study

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“…To our knowledge, there are only a few studies comparing the output of involvement methods (Fern 1982; Folch-Lyon et al 1981; Kaplowitz 2000; Ward et al 1991; Wutich et al 2010). Kaplowitz (2000) studied the value of mangrove wetlands among residents living in Yucatan, Mexico and compared focus groups and interviews.…”

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“…Kaplowitz (2000) studied the value of mangrove wetlands among residents living in Yucatan, Mexico and compared focus groups and interviews. The authors showed that the interviews revealed more different discussion topics than the focus groups, while we found that the total number of items was about equal.…”

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“…In our focus groups, participants produced 47% (0.9/1.9 pp) of the items of the interview participants. Unfortunately, both Kaplowitz (2000) and Fern (1982) did not study the differences and similarities of the output contents. Fern (1982) investigated the differences between interviews and questionnaires (“individuals working alone”) and between questionnaires and focus groups.…”

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Revealing barriers and facilitators to use a new genetic test: comparison of three user involvement methods

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We compared three common user involvement methods in revealing barriers and facilitators from intended users that might influence their use of a new genetic test. The study was part of the development of a new genetic test on the susceptibility to hand eczema for nurses. Eighty student nurses participated in five focus groups (n = 33), 15 interviews (n = 15) or questionnaires (n = 32). For each method, data were collected until saturation. We compared the mean number of items and relevant remarks that could influence the use of the genetic test obtained per method, divided by the number of participants in that method. Thematic content analysis was performed using MAXQDA software. The focus groups revealed 30 unique items compared to 29 in the interviews and 21 in the questionnaires. The interviews produced more items and relevant remarks per participant (1.9 and 8.4 pp) than focus groups (0.9 and 4.8 pp) or questionnaires (0.7 and 2.3 pp). All three involvement methods revealed relevant barriers and facilitators to use a new genetic test. Focus groups and interviews revealed substantially more items than questionnaires. Furthermore, this study suggests a preference for the use of interviews because the number of items per participant was higher than for focus groups and questionnaires. This conclusion may be valid for other genetic tests as well.

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“…Although focus groups were another possible method, they are subject to group dynamics [53]. It seemed likely that this sensitive topic would be better studied through individual interviews [54]. Semi-structured interviews offer flexibility around predetermined topics, encouraging investigation into specific research questions, whilst allowing for the discovery of unanticipated topics [55].…”

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“If It Goes Horribly Wrong the Whole World Descends on You”: The Influence of Fear, Vulnerability, and Powerlessness on Police Officers’ Response to Victims of Head Injury in Domestic Violence

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Moberly

et al. 2021

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Domestic violence (DV) victims face significant barriers to accessing healthcare. This is particularly concerning in cases of brain injury (BI), which is difficult to diagnose and risks severe long-term consequences for DV victims. Police may be able to identify head injury (HI) and signpost victims to healthcare. This research investigated potential barriers to police supporting victim health needs by exploring police attitudes towards DV and considering how police interpret and respond to stories of HI in DV victims. Individual interviews were conducted with 12 police officers from forces in South and Central England. This included the use of a clinical vignette. Thematic analysis highlighted three global themes: ‘seesaw of emotions’, ‘police vulnerability’, and ‘head injury is fearful’. Police officers’ vulnerability to external blame was the predominant influence in their responses to HI.

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Cited by 61 publications

References 22 publications

“…or else I close my ears” How women with obesity want to be approached and treated regarding gestational weight management: A qualitative interview study

“…or else I close my ears” How women with obesity want to be approached and treated regarding gestational weight management: A qualitative interview study

Revealing barriers and facilitators to use a new genetic test: comparison of three user involvement methods

“If It Goes Horribly Wrong the Whole World Descends on You”: The Influence of Fear, Vulnerability, and Powerlessness on Police Officers’ Response to Victims of Head Injury in Domestic Violence

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