Using Naturally Occurring Data in Qualitative Health Research
A Practical Guide
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This highly practical resource brings new dimensions to the utility of qualitative data in health research by focusing on naturally occurring data. It examines how naturally occurring data complement interviews and other sources of researcher-generated health data, and takes readers through the steps of identifying, collecting, analyzing, and disseminating these findings in ethical research with real-world relevance. The authors acknowledge the critical importance of evidence-based practice in today’s healthcare landscape and argue for naturally occurring data as a form of practice-based evidence making valued contributions to the field. And chapters evaluate frequently overlooked avenues for naturally occurring data, including media and social media sources, health policy and forensic health contexts, and digital communications.
Included in the coverage:
· Exploring the benefits and limitations of using naturally occurring datain health research
· Considering qualitative approaches that may benefit from using naturally occurring data
· Utilizing computer-mediated communications and social media in health
· Using naturally occurring data to research vulnerable groups
· Reviewing empirical examples of health research using naturally occurring data
Using Naturally Occurring Data in Qualitative Health Research makes concepts, methods, and rationales accessible and applicable for readers in the health and mental health fields, among them health administrators, professionals in research methodology, psychology researchers, and practicing and trainee clinicians.
This highly practical resource brings new dimensions to the utility of qualitative data in health research by focusing on naturally occurring data. It examines how naturally occurring data complement interviews and other sources of researcher-generated health data, and takes readers through the steps of identifying, collecting, analyzing, and disseminating these findings in ethical research with real-world relevance. The authors acknowledge the critical importance of evidence-based practice in today’s healthcare landscape and argue for naturally occurring data as a form of practice-based evidence making valued contributions to the field. And chapters evaluate frequently overlooked avenues for naturally occurring data, including media and social media sources, health policy and forensic health contexts, and digital communications.
Included in the coverage:· Exploring the benefits and limitations of using naturally occurring data in health research
· Considering qualitative approaches that may benefit from using naturally occurring data
· Utilizing computer-mediated communications and social media in health
· Using naturally occurring data to research vulnerable groups
· Reviewing empirical examples of health research using naturally occurring data
Using Naturally Occurring Data in Qualitative Health Research makes concepts, methods, and rationales accessible and applicable for readers in the health and mental health fields, among them health administrators, professionals in research methodology, psychology researchers, and practicing and trainee clinicians.
Uniquely focuses on the broad spectrum of data that is classified as 'naturally-occurring' Offers an accessible pragmatic format that maintains the integrity of the topic whilst presenting it in a way that is comprehensible and applicable Clearly discusses the ways in which naturally occurring data can be beneficial data sources for conducting qualitative health research in a variety of settings and contexts Provides a forward-thinking acknowledgement of the use of computer-assisted technology in aiding health service delivery and how this data can be used in research Clearly explains how naturally occurring data can be utilized by students and health practitioners using different qualitative methodologies
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Nikki Kiyimba
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“The authors aim the book at "a wide range of audiences, including those from clinical, social and academic backgrounds," such as clinical practitioners, graduate students, trainee clinicians, academic scholars, and undergraduate/postgraduate students with an interest in qualitative research. … it is a practical book with examples and resources (suggested readings).” (Lynne M. Kuhl, Doody's Book Reviews, June 21, 2019)
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