Conducting qualitative research in mental health: Thematic and content analyses

Crowe, Marie; Inder, Maree; Porter, Richard

doi:10.1177/0004867415582053

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“…Next, those phrases with similar meanings were brought together and subcategories generated. Finally, themes emerged through further abstraction [24, 25]. A sociologist experienced in qualitative research will lead all these steps.…”

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Health risk behaviours amongst school adolescents: protocol for a mixed methods study

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BackgroundDetermining risky behaviours of adolescents provides valuable information for designing appropriate intervention programmes for advancing adolescent’s health. However, these behaviours are not fully addressed by researchers in a comprehensive approach. We report the protocol of a mixed methods study designed to investigate the health risk behaviours of Moroccan adolescents with the goal of identifying suitable strategies to address their health concerns.MethodsWe used a sequential two-phase explanatory mixed method study design. The approach begins with the collection of quantitative data, followed by the collection of qualitative data to explain and enrich the quantitative findings. In the first phase, the global school-based student health survey (GSHS) was administered to 800 students who were between 14 and 19 years of age. The second phase engaged adolescents, parents and teachers in focus groups and assessed education documents to explore the level of coverage of health education in the programme learnt in the middle school. To obtain opinions about strategies to reduce Moroccan adolescents’ health risk behaviours, a nominal group technique will be used.DiscussionThe findings of this mixed methods sequential explanatory study provide insights into the risk behaviours that need to be considered if intervention programmes and preventive strategies are to be designed to promote adolescent’s health in the Moroccan school.

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Health risk behaviours amongst school adolescents: protocol for a mixed methods study

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“…The content has to be analysed to derive concepts that are written into items. Thematic or content analysis methods may be useful for this purpose (Crowe et al, 2015). Here is an example from the study cited above about how to communicate with an adolescent: (Fischer et al, 2013) While systematic literature searches and focus groups are often used for the initial Delphi questionnaire, expert panel members are given the opportunity to suggest additional items when they are completing the questionnaire.…”

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Using the Delphi expert consensus method in mental health research

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2015

Aust N Z J Psychiatry

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Objective: The article gives an introductory overview of the use of the Delphi expert consensus method in mental health research. It explains the rationale for using the method, examines the range of uses to which it has been put in mental health research, and describes the stages of carrying out a Delphi study using examples from the literature. Method:To ascertain the range of uses, a systematic search was carried out in PubMed. The article also examines the implications of 'wisdom of crowds' research for how to conduct Delphi studies. Results:The Delphi method is a systematic way of determining expert consensus that is useful for answering questions that are not amenable to experimental and epidemiological methods. The validity of the approach is supported by 'wisdom of crowds' research showing that groups can make good judgements under certain conditions. In mental health research, the Delphi method has been used for making estimations where there is incomplete evidence (e.g. What is the global prevalence of dementia?), making predictions (e.g. What types of interactions with a person who is suicidal will reduce their chance of suicide?), determining collective values (e.g. What areas of research should be given greatest priority?) and defining foundational concepts (e.g. How should we define 'relapse'?). A range of experts have been used in Delphi research, including clinicians, researchers, consumers and caregivers. Conclusion:The Delphi method has a wide range of potential uses in mental health research.

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“…Interview transcripts were analysed using thematic analysis to allow the researchers to explore for themes both inductively from the data itself and deductively informed by theory and research (Braun and Clarke, 2006). It also permits the use of field notes to create a broader picture (Crowe, Inder and Porte et al, 2015). Analysis was iterative and refined in collaboration with an experienced qualitative researcher (CB).…”

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Swimming for dementia: An exploratory qualitative study: Innovative practice

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Swimming is a non-weight bearing form of exercise that can be enjoyable and promote physical fitness. This qualitative study investigated a local group established as part of a national dementia swimming initiative. Semi-structured interviews with people with dementia (N=4), carers or companions (N=4) and the organisers and facilitators of the group (N=6) were analysed using thematic analysis. This revealed four main themes: (1) the pleasure of swimming and its benefits as a form of exercise and for building confidence and empowering participants; (2) the importance of insight and empathy in creating a safe and secure experience; (3) the burden impact of dementia; and (4) how participants valued being part of a group 'all in the same boat'. 'Dementia friendly swimming' appears to be a valuable form of exercise but it requires considerable preparation and support to make it happen. KeywordsSwimming, dementia, dementia friendly, exercise, people with dementia Exercise interventions for people living with dementia have attracted increasing interest. Several of these have been shown to be beneficial, including walking, dance and football (Malthouse and Fox, 2014, Guzmán-García, Mukaetova-Ladinska and James et al., 2013, Carone, Tischler and Dening et al., 2016. Swimming offers a non-weight bearing activity which can improve physical fitness and reduce strain on joints compared to landbased exercise. For many people, including those with dementia, swimming will be also be a familiar activity associated with happy memories and thus it may be a very suitable form of exercise (Henwood, Neville, Baguley, Clifton and Beattie et al., 2015). There has been limited research around swimming and dementia, with just one recent controlled trial (Henwood, Neville, Baguley and BeattieHenwood et al., 2017). This study investigated a 12-week programme for residents of care homes and reported modest effects in slowing muscle weakness and behavioural and psychological symptoms.

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Conducting qualitative research in mental health: Thematic and content analyses

Cited by 357 publications

References 17 publications

Health risk behaviours amongst school adolescents: protocol for a mixed methods study

Health risk behaviours amongst school adolescents: protocol for a mixed methods study

Using the Delphi expert consensus method in mental health research

Swimming for dementia: An exploratory qualitative study: Innovative practice

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