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Bonus CG, Hatcher D, Northall T, Montayre J. Using a co-design methodological approach to optimize perioperative nursing care for older adult patients from ethnically diverse backgrounds: a study protocol. Int J Qual Stud Health Well-being 2024; 19:2349438. [PMID: 38709958 PMCID: PMC11075656 DOI: 10.1080/17482631.2024.2349438] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/24/2023] [Accepted: 04/26/2024] [Indexed: 05/08/2024] Open
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This article outlines the use of a co-design methodological approach aimed at optimizing perioperative care experiences for ethnically diverse older adults and their family carers. The research involved three phases. In Phase 1, the foundation was established with the formation of a Core Advisory Group comprising key informants, including health consumers. This initial phase focused on forming relationships and conducting a literature review to inform subsequent stages of the research. Phase 2 progressed to data collection, where a qualitative survey on perioperative experiences was conducted. Semi-structured interviews were held with patients, their family carers, and perioperative staff. Phase 3 advanced the co-design process through a workshop involving patients, family carers, perioperative staff, and key stakeholders. Workshop participants collaborated on potential practice changes, proposing strategies for future clinical implementation. While data analysis and reporting for Phases 2 and 3 are forthcoming, the continued involvement of the Core Advisory Group ensures ongoing consensus-building on health consumer needs. This methodology article adopts a prospective stance, with findings to be presented in subsequent scholarly works. Use of this methodology will help to determine how the use of a co-design approach may impact the development of culturally responsive perioperative nursing care for those from ethnically diverse communities.
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- Charmaine G. Bonus
- School of Nursing and Midwifery, Western Sydney University, Penrith, NSW, Australia
- School of Nursing, Midwifery and Paramedicine, Australian Catholic University, Blacktown, NSW, Australia
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- School of Nursing and Midwifery, Western Sydney University, Penrith, NSW, Australia
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- School of Nursing and Midwifery, Western Sydney University, Penrith, NSW, Australia
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- School of Nursing and Midwifery, Western Sydney University, Penrith, NSW, Australia
- School of Nursing, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hung Hom, Hong Kong, SAR
- WHO Collaborating Centre for Community Health Services, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hung Hom, Hong Kong, SAR
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Long S, Ross C, Koops J, Coulthard K, Nelson J, Shapkota AK, Hewett L, Tate-Baker J, Graham J, Mukula R, Tetteh C, Hoppo L, Cherian S, Pawar B, Chmielewski HL, Gold LM, Rathnayake G, Heron B, Brewster-O'Brien T, Karepalli V, Maple-Brown L, Batey R, Morris P, Davies J, Fernandes DK, Thomas S, Abeyaratne A, Lawton PD, Barzi F, Taylor S, Mayo M, Cass A, Majoni SW. Engagement and partnership with consumers and communities in the co-design and conduct of Research: Lessons from the INtravenous iron polymaltose for First Nations Australian patients with high FERRitin levels on haemodialysis (INFERR) clinical trial. RESEARCH INVOLVEMENT AND ENGAGEMENT 2024; 10:73. [PMID: 39010175 PMCID: PMC11250943 DOI: 10.1186/s40900-024-00608-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/26/2024] [Accepted: 07/08/2024] [Indexed: 07/17/2024]
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BACKGROUND Engagement and partnership with consumers and communities throughout research processes produces high quality research meeting community needs and promoting translation of research into improved policy and practice. Partnership is critical in research involving Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people (First Nations Peoples) to ensure cultural safety. We present lessons from the design, implementation and progress of the National Health and Medical Research Council funded INtravenous iron polymaltose for First Nations Australian patients with high FERRitin levels on hemodialysis (INFERR) clinical trial. MAIN BODY The trial was designed to understand the benefits and harms of iron therapy in First Nations Australians on haemodialysis with anaemia and hyperferritinaemia. The lack of evidence for treatment was discussed with patients who were potential participants. A key element ensuring safe conduct of the INFERR trial was the establishment of the Indigenous Reference Groups (IRGs) comprising of dialysis patients based in the Top End of Australia and Central Australia. Two IRGs were needed based on advice from First Nations communities and researchers/academics on the project regarding local cultural differences and approaches to trial conduct. The IRGs underpin culturally safe trial conduct by providing input into study materials and translating study findings into effective messages and policies for First Nations dialysis patients. Throughout the trial conduct, the IRGs' role has developed to provide key mechanisms for advice and guidance regarding research conduct both in this study and more broadly. Support provided to the IRGs by trial First Nations Research Officers and independent First Nations researchers/academics who simplify research concepts is critical. The IRGs have developed feedback documents and processes to participants, stakeholders, and the renal units. They guarantee culturally safe advice for embedding findings from the trial into clinical practice guidelines ensuring evidence-based approaches in managing anaemia in haemodialysis patients with hyperferritinaemia. CONCLUSION Active consumer and community partnership is critical in research conduct to ensure research impact. Strong partnership with consumers in the INFERR clinical trial has demonstrated that First Nations Consumers will engage in research they understand, that addresses health priorities for them and where they feel respected, listened to, and empowered to achieve change.
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- Stephanie Long
- Division of Wellbeing and Preventable Chronic Diseases, Menzies School of Health Research, Charles Darwin University, Northern Territory, Australia
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- Division of Wellbeing and Preventable Chronic Diseases, Menzies School of Health Research, Charles Darwin University, Northern Territory, Australia
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- Top End INFERR Clinical Trial Indigenous Reference Group (The Top End Medical Iron Research and Study Advisory Group), Menzies School of Health Research, Northern Territory, Australia
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- Central Australia INFERR Clinical Trial Indigenous Reference Group (The First Nations Iron Study Advisory Group - Central & Barkly), Menzies School of Health Research, Central Australia, Northern Territory, Australia
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- Division of Wellbeing and Preventable Chronic Diseases, Menzies School of Health Research, Charles Darwin University, Northern Territory, Australia
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- Division of Wellbeing and Preventable Chronic Diseases, Menzies School of Health Research, Charles Darwin University, Northern Territory, Australia
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- Division of Wellbeing and Preventable Chronic Diseases, Menzies School of Health Research, Charles Darwin University, Northern Territory, Australia
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- Northern Territory Department of Health, NT health, Northern Territory, Australia
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- Division of Wellbeing and Preventable Chronic Diseases, Menzies School of Health Research, Charles Darwin University, Northern Territory, Australia
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- Division of Wellbeing and Preventable Chronic Diseases, Menzies School of Health Research, Charles Darwin University, Northern Territory, Australia
- Department of Infectious Diseases, Division of Medicine, Royal Darwin Hospital, Northern Territory, Darwin, Australia
- Department of Nephrology, Division of Medicine, Alice Springs Hospital, NT health, Alice Springs, Northern Territory, Australia
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- Division of Wellbeing and Preventable Chronic Diseases, Menzies School of Health Research, Charles Darwin University, Northern Territory, Australia
- Department of Nephrology, Division of Medicine, Alice Springs Hospital, NT health, Alice Springs, Northern Territory, Australia
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- Division of Wellbeing and Preventable Chronic Diseases, Menzies School of Health Research, Charles Darwin University, Northern Territory, Australia
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- Division of Wellbeing and Preventable Chronic Diseases, Menzies School of Health Research, Charles Darwin University, Northern Territory, Australia
- Department of Nephrology, Division of Medicine, Alice Springs Hospital, NT health, Alice Springs, Northern Territory, Australia
- Flinders University and Northern Territory Medical Program, Alice Springs Campus, Alice Springs, Northern Territory, Australia
- Flinders University Centre for Remote Health, Alice Springs, Northern Territory, Australia
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- Department of Nephrology, Division of Medicine, Alice Springs Hospital, NT health, Alice Springs, Northern Territory, Australia
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- Flinders University and Northern Territory Medical Program, Alice Springs Campus, Alice Springs, Northern Territory, Australia
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- Chemical Pathology-Territory Pathology, Department of Health, Northern Territory Government, Northern Territory, Australia
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- Department of Nephrology, Division of Medicine, Royal Darwin Hospital, NT Health, P.O. Box 41326, Northern Territory, Casuarina, Darwin, Australia
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- Department of Nephrology, Division of Medicine, Royal Darwin Hospital, NT Health, P.O. Box 41326, Northern Territory, Casuarina, Darwin, Australia
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- Department of Nephrology, Division of Medicine, Royal Darwin Hospital, NT Health, P.O. Box 41326, Northern Territory, Casuarina, Darwin, Australia
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- Division of Wellbeing and Preventable Chronic Diseases, Menzies School of Health Research, Charles Darwin University, Northern Territory, Australia
- Department of Endocrinology, Division of Medicine, Royal Darwin Hospital, NT health, Northern Territory, Darwin, Australia
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- Northern Territory Department of Health, NT health, Northern Territory, Australia
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- Child Health Division, Menzies School of Health Research, Charles Darwin University, Northern Territory, Australia
- Department of Pediatrics, Division of Women, Children and Youth, Royal Darwin Hospital, NT health, Northern Territory, Darwin, Australia
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- Department of Infectious Diseases, Division of Medicine, Royal Darwin Hospital, Northern Territory, Darwin, Australia
- Global and Tropical Health Division, Menzies School of Health Research, Charles Darwin University, Northern Territory, Australia
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- Department of Nephrology, Division of Medicine, Alice Springs Hospital, NT health, Alice Springs, Northern Territory, Australia
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- Department of Nephrology, Division of Medicine, Alice Springs Hospital, NT health, Alice Springs, Northern Territory, Australia
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- Division of Wellbeing and Preventable Chronic Diseases, Menzies School of Health Research, Charles Darwin University, Northern Territory, Australia
- Department of Nephrology, Division of Medicine, Royal Darwin Hospital, NT Health, P.O. Box 41326, Northern Territory, Casuarina, Darwin, Australia
- Northern Territory Medical Program, Flinders University, Royal Darwin Hospital Campus, Northern Territory, Darwin, Australia
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- Division of Wellbeing and Preventable Chronic Diseases, Menzies School of Health Research, Charles Darwin University, Northern Territory, Australia
- The Central Clinical School, Monash University & Alfred Health, Melbourne, Australia
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- Division of Wellbeing and Preventable Chronic Diseases, Menzies School of Health Research, Charles Darwin University, Northern Territory, Australia
- UQ Poche Centre for Indigenous Health, The University of Queensland, St Lucia Queensland, 4067, Australia
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- Division of Wellbeing and Preventable Chronic Diseases, Menzies School of Health Research, Charles Darwin University, Northern Territory, Australia
- Northern Territory Department of Health, NT health, Northern Territory, Australia
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- Division of Wellbeing and Preventable Chronic Diseases, Menzies School of Health Research, Charles Darwin University, Northern Territory, Australia
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- Division of Wellbeing and Preventable Chronic Diseases, Menzies School of Health Research, Charles Darwin University, Northern Territory, Australia
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- Division of Wellbeing and Preventable Chronic Diseases, Menzies School of Health Research, Charles Darwin University, Northern Territory, Australia.
- Department of Nephrology, Division of Medicine, Royal Darwin Hospital, NT Health, P.O. Box 41326, Northern Territory, Casuarina, Darwin, Australia.
- Northern Territory Medical Program, Flinders University, Royal Darwin Hospital Campus, Northern Territory, Darwin, Australia.
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Ryan L, Wenke R, Carlini J, Weir KA, Shapiro M, Baglot N, Tobiano G, Sargeant S, Hattingh L. Exploring barriers and solutions to consumer involvement in health service research using a nominal group technique. RESEARCH INVOLVEMENT AND ENGAGEMENT 2024; 10:72. [PMID: 38992779 PMCID: PMC11241927 DOI: 10.1186/s40900-024-00604-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/14/2024] [Accepted: 07/03/2024] [Indexed: 07/13/2024]
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BACKGROUND Consumer involvement in health research is when patients, their families and caregivers work with researchers on research projects. Despite the growing expectation for health services to facilitate the involvement of consumers in research, the practical integration of this approach is an ongoing process, with limited research conducted into how Australian health services can support this practice. This study explored consumer perspectives on the barriers and solutions to enabling consumer involvement in research within an Australian tertiary hospital and health service, and staff perspectives on the solutions to facilitating consumer involvement. A prior survey had identified barriers to consumer involvement from the staff perspective. The broad aim was to inform the development of a framework to help promote consumer involvement in research within the health service. METHODS A Nominal Group Technique (NGT) was utilised with groups comprised of health service consumers and staff. Three health consumers were co-researchers in the full life-cycle of this study and are included as authors. RESULTS Ten consumers and 14 staff participated across three sessions ranging from one to three hours. For consumers, barriers to their involvement were grouped into seven domains: (1) lack of connection with researchers/research projects, (2) low research literacy, (3) structural barriers, (4) lack of acknowledgement, (5) implementation challenges, (6) inadequate information provision, and (7) representation concerns. Solutions to enabling involvement were grouped into five domains: (1) support to connect with researchers/research projects, (2) adequate information provision, (3) incentive for involvement, (4) acknowledgement, and (5) balanced representation. Staff ideas for solutions were grouped into five domains: (1) support to connect with consumers, (2) support to involve consumers, (3) access to funds to remunerate consumers, (4) more time to involve consumers, and (5) staff training. CONCLUSION Through an NGT methodology, this study delivered a nuanced comprehension of perspectives on involving consumers in research from both health service consumers and staff. These findings serve as a foundation for identifying strategies that foster enhanced and refined relationships between consumers and researchers, advancing the collaborative landscape in health research. The findings from this project offer valuable strategies for researchers to better engage consumers in research and for consumer groups to enhance their involvement. Additionally, these insights could be used by other health services to advocate for essential resources.
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- Laura Ryan
- Gold Coast Hospital and Health Service, Allied Health Research, Southport, QLD, 4215, Australia.
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- Gold Coast Hospital and Health Service, Allied Health Research, Southport, QLD, 4215, Australia
- Faculty of Health Sciences and Medicine, Bond University, Robina, QLD, 4226, Australia
- School of Health Sciences and Social Work, Griffith University, Gold Coast Campus, Southport, QLD, 4222, Australia
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- Consumer Advisory Group, Gold Coast Hospital and Health Service, Southport, QLD, 4215, Australia
- Department of Marketing, Griffith Business School, Griffith University, Gold Coast Campus, Griffith, QLD, 4111, Australia
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- Melbourne School of Health Sciences, The University of Melbourne, Melbourne, VIC, 3010, Australia
- The Royal Children's Hospital Melbourne, Parkville, VIC, 3052, Australia
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- Consumer Advisory Group, Gold Coast Hospital and Health Service, Southport, QLD, 4215, Australia
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- Consumer Advisory Group, Gold Coast Hospital and Health Service, Southport, QLD, 4215, Australia
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- NHMRC CRE in Wiser Wound Care, Griffith University, Griffith, QLD, 4222, Australia
- Nursing and Midwifery Education and Research Unit, Gold Coast Hospital and Health Service, Southport, QLD, 4215, Australia
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- Faculty of Health, Southern Cross University, Gold Coast, Australia
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- Gold Coast Hospital and Health Service, Allied Health Research, Southport, QLD, 4215, Australia
- School of Pharmacy and Medical Sciences, Griffith University, Griffith, QLD, 4222, Australia
- School of Pharmacy, The University of Queensland, Queensland, QLD, 4102, Australia
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Brown A, McCoola B, Funnell Y, Hargrave C. Meaningful consumer engagement in medical radiation sciences: enhancing quality improvement and research projects. J Med Radiat Sci 2024; 71:304-311. [PMID: 38117908 PMCID: PMC11177023 DOI: 10.1002/jmrs.747] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/05/2023] [Accepted: 12/08/2023] [Indexed: 12/22/2023] Open
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Consumer engagement and partnership are increasingly recognised as a significant component of healthcare planning, provision, quality improvement and research. This article provides an overview of consumer engagement embedded in two different projects: a quality improvement project and a research project. The considerations and steps taken to effectively engage and partner with consumers throughout both projects will be discussed such as the prompt for consumer engagement, how the consumer/s were recruited and their specific contributions. The commonly reported advantages and challenges as well as reflections on what we might do differently with the benefit of hindsight are presented, including time required by both consumers and health professionals; funding and remuneration; and reporting findings to the wider community. In demonstrating consumer engagement and our learnings, we aim to encourage further consumer engagement activities amongst medical radiation professionals.
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- Amy Brown
- Townsville Cancer CentreTownsville University HospitalTownsvilleQueenslandAustralia
- School of Clinical Sciences, Faculty of HealthQueensland University of TechnologyBrisbaneQueenslandAustralia
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- Department of Radiation OncologyRoyal Brisbane and Women's Hospital (RBWH), Metro North Health Service DistrictBrisbaneQueenslandAustralia
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- Department of Radiation OncologyRoyal Brisbane and Women's Hospital (RBWH), Metro North Health Service DistrictBrisbaneQueenslandAustralia
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- School of Clinical Sciences, Faculty of HealthQueensland University of TechnologyBrisbaneQueenslandAustralia
- Radiation Oncology Princess Alexandra Hospital – Raymond Terrace (ROPART), Division of Cancer ServicesMetro South Hospital and Health ServiceBrisbaneQueenslandAustralia
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Cole R, Kearney L, Jenkinson B, Kettle I, Ng B, Callaway L, Nugent R. Partnering with consumers and practising clinicians to establish research priorities for public hospital maternity services. AUST HEALTH REV 2024; 48:321-331. [PMID: 38706120 DOI: 10.1071/ah23222] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/29/2023] [Accepted: 04/07/2024] [Indexed: 05/07/2024]
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Objective An innovative approach by two Queensland health services was taken to establish a shared maternity services' research agenda by partnering with consumers and clinicians. The objective was to set the top five research priorities to ensure that the future direction of maternity research was relevant to end-user and organisational needs. Methods A modified James Lind Alliance (JLA) methodology was applied between August 2022 and February 2023 across two south-east Queensland Health Services which included five participating maternity units and involved partnership with consumers, healthcare professionals and clinician researchers. The reporting guideline for priority setting of health research (REPRISE) was followed. Results There were 192 respondents to the initial harvesting survey, generating 461 research suggestions. These were aggregated into 122 unique questions and further summarised into a list of 44 research questions. The 157 eligible interim prioritisation survey respondents short-listed 27 questions ready for ranking at a final consensus workshop. The top five question themes were: (1) maternity care experience, engagement and outcomes of priority populations; (2) increasing spontaneous vaginal birth; (3) experiences and perceptions of woman/person-centred care; (4) best practice care during the 'fourth' trimester; and (5) antibiotic use during labour and birth. Conclusion Applying an adapted JLA framework can successfully shape and establish a research agenda within Australian health services, through partnership with consumers and practicing clinicians. This is a transparent process that strengthens the legitimacy and credibility of research agendas, and it can form a replicable framework for other settings.
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- Roni Cole
- Women's and Children's Services, Sunshine Coast Hospital and Health Service, Qld, Australia
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- Women's and Newborn Services, Metro North Health, Qld, Australia; and School of Nursing, Midwifery and Social Work, The University of Queensland, Qld, Australia
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- School of Public Health, The University of Queensland, Qld, Australia
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- Women's and Children's Services, Sunshine Coast Hospital and Health Service, Qld, Australia
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- Women's and Children's Services, Sunshine Coast Hospital and Health Service, Qld, Australia
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- Women's and Newborn Services, Metro North Health, Qld, Australia
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- Women's and Children's Services, Sunshine Coast Hospital and Health Service, Qld, Australia
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Johnston-Devin C, Oprescu F, Jackson D, Cleary M. Four Ideas for Meaningful Inclusion of Consumers in Mental Health Research. Issues Ment Health Nurs 2024; 45:555-558. [PMID: 37774358 DOI: 10.1080/01612840.2023.2255259] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/01/2023]
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- Colleen Johnston-Devin
- School of Nursing, Midwifery & Social Sciences, CQUniversity, Brisbane City, Queensland, Australia
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- School of Health, University of the Sunshine Coast, Sunshine Coast, Queensland, Australia
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- Susan Wakil School of Nursing, University of Sydney, Camperdown, New South Wales, Australia
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- School of Nursing, Midwifery & Social Sciences, CQUniversity, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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Newton L, Dimopoulos-Bick TL. Assessing early feasibility of a novel innovation to increase consumer partnership capability within an Australian health innovation organisation using a mixed-method approach. BMJ Open 2024; 14:e080495. [PMID: 38692723 PMCID: PMC11086460 DOI: 10.1136/bmjopen-2023-080495] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/04/2023] [Accepted: 04/16/2024] [Indexed: 05/03/2024] Open
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OBJECTIVE Engagement-capable health organisations recognise that consumer engagement (also known as patient engagement, consumer engagement, patient and public involvement) must occur at every level of the organisation if it is to be meaningful and genuine. Despite this aspiration, health organisations struggle to adopt, implement, and embody consumer engagement capability in a way that has yielded impact. The Partner Ring (PR) is an embedded model for building staff capability for consumer partnerships. It is hosted by an employed Patient Partner. PR was implemented at the Agency for Clinical Innovation in New South Wales, Australia. The aim of this study was to assess the feasibility (acceptability, demand and practicality) of this innovation to increase consumer engagement capability. DESIGN One-group post-intervention mixed methods approach to assess feasibility. PARTICIPANTS ACI staff engaged in the PR (n=40 of 89 members). DATA COLLECTION AND ANALYSIS Qualitative data was collected through an artificial intelligence (AI)-driven interactive interview, with 40 responses received between 29 June and 12 July 2023. A framework analysis and Generative AI causal mapping were conducted to identify and visualise causal claims within the texts. Cost and session attendance collected from the same point in time supplemented the analysis. FINDINGS Findings were categorised by the following feasibility constructs: acceptability, demand and practicality. Almost all the respondents indicated their intent to continue using the PR and outlined personal benefits and professional benefits. For example, (n=23, 57%) reacted positively to the psychological safety of the PR, and professionally people identified attendance increased their knowledge and skills (n=23, 57%). CONCLUSION The PR is feasible and likely to be an acceptable innovation for building staff capability and consumer engagement skills across a large health system or organisation. It could be adopted or adapted by other jurisdictions.
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- Liz Newton
- New South Wales Agency for Clinical Innovation, St Leonards, New South Wales, Australia
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Best S, Thursky K, Buzza M, Klaic M, Peters S, Guccione L, Trainer A, Francis J. Aligning organisational priorities and implementation science for cancer research. BMC Health Serv Res 2024; 24:338. [PMID: 38486219 PMCID: PMC10938739 DOI: 10.1186/s12913-024-10801-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/25/2023] [Accepted: 02/28/2024] [Indexed: 03/18/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND The challenge of implementing evidence into routine clinical practice is well recognised and implementation science offers theories, models and frameworks to promote investigation into delivery of evidence-based care. Embedding implementation researchers into health systems is a novel approach to ensuring research is situated in day-to-day practice dilemmas. To optimise the value of embedded implementation researchers and resources, the aim of this study was to investigate stakeholders' views on opportunities for implementation science research in a cancer setting that holds potential to impact on care. The research objectives were to: 1) Establish stakeholder and theory informed organisation-level implementation science priorities and 2) Identify and prioritise a test case pilot implementation research project. METHODS We undertook a qualitative study using semi-structured interviews. Participants held either a formal leadership role, were research active or a consumer advocate and affiliated with either a specialist cancer hospital or a cancer alliance of ten hospitals. Interview data were summarised and shared with participants prior to undertaking both thematic analysis, to identify priority areas for implementation research, and content analysis, to identify potential pilot implementation research projects. The selected pilot Implementation research project was prioritised using a synthesis of an organisational and implementation prioritisation framework - the organisational priority setting framework and APEASE framework. RESULTS Thirty-one people participated between August 2022 and February 2023. Four themes were identified: 1) Integration of services to address organisational priorities e.g., tackling fragmented services; 2) Application of digital health interventions e.g., identifying the potential benefits of digital health interventions; 3) Identification of potential for implementation research, including deimplementation i.e., discontinuing ineffective or low value care and; 4) Focusing on direct patient engagement e.g., wider consumer awareness of the challenges in delivering cancer care. Six potential pilot implementation research projects were identified and the EMBED project, to support clinicians to refer appropriate patients with cancer for genetic testing, was selected using the synthesised prioritisation framework. CONCLUSIONS Using a theory informed and structured approach the alignment between strategic organisational priorities and implementation research priorities can be identified. As a result, the implementation research focus can be placed on activities with the highest potential impact.
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- Stephanie Best
- University of Melbourne; Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre; Australian Genomics, Melbourne, Australia.
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- Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre; Royal Melbourne Hospital; University of Melbourne, Melbourne, Australia
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- Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre; University of Melbourne, Melbourne, Australia
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- Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre; University of Melbourne, Melbourne, Australia
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- University of Melbourne; Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre, Melbourne, Australia
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Andrews C, Pade A, Flenady V, Moore J, Tindal K, Farrant B, Stewart S, Loughnan S, Robinson N, Oba Y, Pollock D. Improving the capacity of researchers and bereaved parents to co-design and translate stillbirth research together. Women Birth 2024; 37:403-409. [PMID: 38155062 DOI: 10.1016/j.wombi.2023.12.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/05/2023] [Revised: 11/06/2023] [Accepted: 12/19/2023] [Indexed: 12/30/2023]
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BACKGROUND Working with bereaved parents in co-designed stillbirth research, policy and practice is essential to improving care and outcomes. PROBLEM Effective parent engagement is often lacking. This may be due to bereaved parents not feeling adequately and appropriately supported to be involved. AIM To consult bereaved parents with the aim to understand their experiences, attitudes, and needs around involvement in stillbirth research and gain feedback about the usefulness and appropriateness of a proposed co-designed guide to support their involvement, including content and design aspects of this resource. METHODS An online co-designed survey was disseminated via Australian parent support organisations social media in August 2022. FINDINGS All 90 respondents were bereaved parents, 94% (n = 85) were female. Two-thirds (67%, n = 60) had never participated in stillbirth research, 80% (n = 72) agreed involvement of bereaved parents in research was important or extremely important and 81% (n = 73) were interested in future research involvement. Common motivations for involvement were wanting to leave a legacy for their baby and knowing research outcomes. Common barriers included not having been asked to participate or not knowing how. Most (89%, n = 80) agreed the proposed guide would be useful. Highly valued topics were the importance of bereaved parents' voices in stillbirth research and how they can make a difference. CONCLUSION The majority of bereaved parents we surveyed want to be involved in stillbirth research and would value a resource to support this. The proposed concept and content for a co-designed guide to aid engagement was well supported.
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- C Andrews
- Centre of Research Excellence in Stillbirth, Mater Research, University of Queensland, Brisbane, Australia.
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- Centre of Research Excellence in Stillbirth, Mater Research, University of Queensland, Brisbane, Australia
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- Centre of Research Excellence in Stillbirth, Mater Research, University of Queensland, Brisbane, Australia
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- Centre of Research Excellence in Stillbirth, Mater Research, University of Queensland, Brisbane, Australia
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- Centre of Research Excellence in Stillbirth, Mater Research, University of Queensland, Brisbane, Australia; The Ritchie Centre, Hudson Institute of Medical Research, Melbourne, Australia
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- Telethon Kids Institute, The University of Western Australia, Nedlands, Australia
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- Centre of Research Excellence in Stillbirth, Mater Research, University of Queensland, Brisbane, Australia
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- Centre of Research Excellence in Stillbirth, Mater Research, University of Queensland, Brisbane, Australia
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- The Phoebe Joan Foundation Australia, Stanthorpe, Australia
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- Centre of Research Excellence in Stillbirth, Mater Research, University of Queensland, Brisbane, Australia
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- Health Evidence Synthesis, Recommendations and Impact (HESRI), School of Public Health, Faculty of Health and Medical Science, University of Adelaide, Australia
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Zirnsak TM, Ng AH, Brasier C, Gray R. Public involvement in Australian clinical trials: A systematic review. Clin Trials 2024:17407745231224533. [PMID: 38408931 DOI: 10.1177/17407745231224533] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/28/2024]
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BACKGROUND Public involvement enhances the relevance, quality, and impact of research. There is some evidence that public involvement in Australian research lags other countries, such as the United Kingdom. The purpose of the systematic review was to establish the rates and describe the characteristics of public involvement in Australian clinical trials. METHODS We reviewed evidence of public involvement in all Australian randomised controlled trials published in the first 6 months of 2021. To determine the quality of public involvement, we used the five-item short-form version of the Guidance of Reporting Involvement Patients and the Public, version 2. RESULTS In total, 325 randomised controlled trials were included, of which 17 (5%) reported any public involvement. Six trials reported public involvement in setting the research aim and seven in developing study methods. The authors of one study reflected on the overall role and influence of public involvement in the research. CONCLUSION Rate of public involvement in Australian clinical trials is seemingly substantially lower than those reported in countries with similar advanced public health care systems, notably the United Kingdom. Our observations may be explained by a lack of researcher skills in how to involve the public and the failure by major funding agencies in Australia to mandate public involvement when deciding on how to award grant funding.
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- Tessa-May Zirnsak
- Social Work and Social Policy, La Trobe University, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
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- Department of Dietetics, Human Nutrition and Sport, La Trobe University, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
- Monash Partners Academic Health Science Centre, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
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- Social Work and Social Policy, La Trobe University, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
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- School of Nursing and Midwifery, La Trobe University, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
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Kittscha J, Wilson V, Fairbrother G, Bliokas V. How the expert nursing role was used to facilitate the co-design of a patient interview study. Nurse Res 2024:e1918. [PMID: 38357777 DOI: 10.7748/nr.2024.e1918] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 12/03/2023] [Indexed: 02/16/2024]
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BACKGROUND Co-design is a research method that seeks to engage service users in research. The approach fosters inclusivity and shared power by having researchers and research participants work together for some or all of a study. AIM To describe the experience of co-designing a patient interview study from the perspective of an expert stoma nurse, using a case-study approach and reflexive methods. DISCUSSION Valuing expert patients' experiences when conducting research about them enabled patients to be trained as participant researchers to co-design and undertake a patient interview study. The co-design process enabled the researcher to develop a greater recognition of the fact that experience of looking after people with stomas does not equate to expertise in knowing what it is like to have a stoma. This enriched her research experience and increased the authenticity of the study. CONCLUSION Co-designing a study with service users creates challenges for nurse researchers. They must pay attention to relational changes, time, planning and organisation to ensure that they conduct their research rigorously and ethically, and safeguard the co-researchers and other participants from potential risks. IMPLICATIONS FOR PRACTICE Co-designing research is critical for developing effective, patient-centred bodies of evidence. Nurse researchers can play a critical role but must be prepared to shift from directive to participatory methods to identify appropriate, patient-focused improvements.
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- University of Wollongong, Wollongong, NSW, Australia
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Mandoh M, Raeside R, Todd A, Redfern J, Mihrshahi S, Cheng HL, Phongsavan P, Partridge SR. Evaluating the effect of a 12-month youth advisory group on adolescent's leadership skills and perceptions related to chronic disease prevention research: a mixed-methods study. BMC Public Health 2023; 23:2344. [PMID: 38012583 PMCID: PMC10680352 DOI: 10.1186/s12889-023-17283-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/01/2023] [Accepted: 11/21/2023] [Indexed: 11/29/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Youth Advisory Groups (YAGs) represent a promising method to engage adolescents in research of relevance to them and their peers. However, YAGs are rarely implemented or evaluated in chronic disease prevention research. The aims of this study were firstly, to evaluate the effect of participation in a 12-month YAG on adolescents' leadership skills and perceptions related to chronic disease prevention research and secondly, to evaluate the process of establishing and facilitating a 12-month YAG and identify barriers and enablers to establishment and facilitation. METHODS This study was a 12-month pre-post study. Eligible participants were adolescents (13-18-years) and current members of an established YAG. Data collection involved online surveys and semi-structured interviews at baseline, six-months and 12-months follow-up. Participatory outcomes such as self-efficacy, leadership skills, and collective participation were derived from Youth Participatory Action Research Principles (YPAR), and the Lansdown-UNICEF conceptual framework for measuring outcomes of adolescent participation. Process evaluation data were captured via meeting minutes, Slack metrics and researcher logs. Quantitative data was analysed using descriptive statistics and qualitative data was thematically analysed using a reflexive thematic analysis approach. RESULTS Thirteen (13/16) YAG youth advisors consented to participate in the evaluation study (mean age 16.0 years, SD 1.3; 62% (8/13) identified as female). Survey data assessing participatory outcomes found an increase in leadership and life skills scores over 12-months (+ 8.90 points). Semi-structured interview data collected over the 12-month term revealed three key themes namely: influence, empowerment, and contribution. Comparison of pre-post themes determined a positive trend at follow-ups, demonstrating improved participatory outcomes. Process indicators revealed that at 12-month follow-up the YAG was implemented as planned. Semi-structured interview data determined barriers to YAG facilitation included time and limited face-to-face components, while enablers to YAG facilitation included flexibility, accessible delivery methods, and a supportive adult facilitator. CONCLUSION This study found that a YAG fostered positive participatory outcomes and unique opportunities for youth participants. A successful YAG based on YPAR principles requires researchers to ensure YAG establishment and facilitation is an iterative process. Taking into consideration important barriers and enablers to YAG facilitation ensures adolescent engagement in a YAG is both meaningful and impactful.
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- Mariam Mandoh
- School of Health Sciences, Faculty of Medicine and Health, The University of Sydney, Camperdown, NSW, 2006, Australia
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- School of Health Sciences, Faculty of Medicine and Health, The University of Sydney, Camperdown, NSW, 2006, Australia
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- School of Health Sciences, Faculty of Medicine and Health, The University of Sydney, Camperdown, NSW, 2006, Australia
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- School of Health Sciences, Faculty of Medicine and Health, The University of Sydney, Camperdown, NSW, 2006, Australia
- The George Institute for Global Health, The University of New South Wales, Camperdown, NSW, 2006, Australia
- Charles Perkins Centre, The University of Sydney, Sydney, NSW, 2006, Australia
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- Department of Health Sciences, Faculty of Medicine Health and Human Sciences, Macquarie University, Sydney, NSW, 2109, Australia
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- Sydney Medical School, Faculty of Medicine and Health, Specialty of Child and Adolescent Health, The University of Sydney, Westmead, NSW, 2145, Australia
- Academic Department of Adolescent Medicine, The Children's Hospital at Westmead, Westmead, NSW, 2145, Australia
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- Charles Perkins Centre, The University of Sydney, Sydney, NSW, 2006, Australia
- Prevention Research Collaboration, Sydney School of Public Health, Faculty of Medicine and Health, The University of Sydney, Camperdown, NSW, 2006, Australia
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- School of Health Sciences, Faculty of Medicine and Health, The University of Sydney, Camperdown, NSW, 2006, Australia.
- Charles Perkins Centre, The University of Sydney, Sydney, NSW, 2006, Australia.
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Reeder S, Ayton D, Teede HJ, Skouteris H, Simmons M, Jones A. Opportunities to enhance consumer and community engagement training for researchers and healthcare providers: a qualitative study. BMJ Open 2023; 13:e073114. [PMID: 37739468 PMCID: PMC10533718 DOI: 10.1136/bmjopen-2023-073114] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/23/2023] [Accepted: 08/30/2023] [Indexed: 09/24/2023] Open
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OBJECTIVE To identify key training content for the education of researchers and healthcare providers in consumer and community engagement. DESIGN A qualitative descriptive design, underpinned by pragmatism, involved semi-structured interviews and a focus group. We conducted a thematic analysis using a framework approach. SETTING Community, hospital and university settings in Australia PARTICIPANTS: This study involved 28 individual interviews with researchers, ethics officers, leaders from consumer organisations and a focus group with six people working in health service settings. RESULTS Key findings from our study reveal a wide scope of consumer and community involvement (CCI) training content recommended for researchers and healthcare providers. Four main themes for training content were identified: (1) Embedding consumer and community involvement in research and health improvement projects; (2) Connecting with consumers and the community; (3) Considerations for consumer and community involvement; and (4) Progressing CCI in research and healthcare. Participants emphasised the importance of building foundational relationships with consumers and community, as well as connecting with experts. While how to partner authentically with consumers and the community was another important training topic raised, so too were the administrative considerations involved in CCI partnerships. Furthermore, the identification of training content including reducing duplication of effort, embedding CCI training into the education of healthcare providers and researchers and building an evidence base for CCI, shows the importance participants placed on investing in and advancing the field. CONCLUSIONS A wide scope of training content is required to support CCI capacity building in researchers and healthcare providers. Key training content is recommended to cover practical, relational, administrative, ethical and logistical aspects of CCI as well as guidance about how to advance CCI practice and its evidence base. Future work needs to focus on how the training content can be successfully implemented, evaluated and updated.
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- Sandra Reeder
- Monash Centre for Health Research Implementation, Monash University, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
- Monash Partners, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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- Health and Social Care Unit, Monash University, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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- Monash Centre for Health Research Implementation, Monash University, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
- Monash Partners, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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- Health and Social Care Unit, Monash University, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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Amorin-Woods LG, Woods BL, Mullings BL, Vindigni D, Losco BE. Future Research by the Australian Chiropractic Profession: Analysis of Comments and Suggestions From a Nationwide Survey of Academics and Practitioners. J Manipulative Physiol Ther 2023:S0161-4754(23)00028-3. [PMID: 37422749 DOI: 10.1016/j.jmpt.2023.05.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/25/2022] [Revised: 04/13/2023] [Accepted: 05/15/2023] [Indexed: 07/10/2023]
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OBJECTIVE The purpose of this study was to identify and compare the research priorities of Australian practicing chiropractors and academics across listed research domains and to seek their views on existing chiropractic research strategies. Concurrent objectives were to gain insight into the perspectives on characteristics of research and solicit ideas and suggestions for future research from both groups. METHODS This study used a mixed-method research design to collect data using an online survey portal. Australian chiropractic academics (n = 220) and practicing chiropractors who were also members of a nationally representative, practice-based research network database (n = 1680) were invited to participate. Data were collected (February 19, 2019, to May 24, 2019). The free-text data were analyzed primarily via semantic coding and verbatim referential units in cases where the category was an exact match for the textual data. Content analyses of the qualitative data were presented in a tabulated and narrative manner as identified domains. Selected representative examples were provided verbatim. RESULTS The response rate for the survey was 44% for full-time equivalent academics, 8% for casuals and part-time chiropractic academics, and 21.5% for Australian Chiropractic Research Network database chiropractic practitioners. Open-text data comprised a narrower focus on musculoskeletal (MSK) conditions and opposition or reservations by academics and some practitioners toward the research agenda of those espousing traditional concepts and terminology. Comments from both groups illustrate the strongly held views that characterize divergent factions of the chiropractic profession. Some practitioners were highly critical of the narrow focus and epistemological paradigm of Australian university-based research, while others were strongly supportive of the traditional focus of the Australian Spinal Research Foundation. Australian academics at the 4 university-based programs held the view that MSK and spinal pain, for which some evidence already exists, should be the priority of future research, building on what is known. Practitioners believed that future research should be directed toward expanded areas such as basic science, younger populations, and non-MSK conditions. Respondents were sharply divided on attitudes toward traditional chiropractic terminology, concepts, and philosophy and the utility of future research on these topics. CONCLUSION Our qualitative findings suggest there is a division in the Australian chiropractic profession regarding research direction and priorities. This divide exists between academics and researchers and within field practitioners. This study highlights the attitudes, opinions, and perceptions of important stakeholder groups, which should be considered by decision-makers when formulating research policy, strategy, and prioritization of funding.
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- Lyndon G Amorin-Woods
- School of Allied Health, Murdoch University Chiropractic Clinic, Perth, Western Australia, Australia.
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- Australian Chiropractic College, Adelaide, South Australia, Australia; Private practice, Perth, Western Australia, Australia
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- School of Allied Health, Murdoch University Chiropractic Clinic, Perth, Western Australia, Australia
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- School of Health & Biomedical Sciences, RMIT University, Bundoora, Victoria, Australia
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- School of Allied Health, Murdoch University Chiropractic Clinic, Perth, Western Australia, Australia
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Carlini J, Muir R, McLaren-Kennedy A, Grealish L. Researcher Perceptions of Involving Consumers in Health Research in Australia: A Qualitative Study. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2023; 20:ijerph20105758. [PMID: 37239487 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph20105758] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/16/2023] [Revised: 05/04/2023] [Accepted: 05/04/2023] [Indexed: 05/28/2023]
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There is growing recognition internationally of the importance of involving consumers, patients, and the public in research. This is being driven by political mandates for policies, funding, and governance that demand genuine and meaningful engagement with consumers. There are many potential benefits to involving consumers in research, including an increased relevance to patient needs, improved quality and outcomes, and enhanced public confidence in research. However, the current literature highlights that efforts to incorporate their contributions are often tokenistic and there is a limited understanding of the psychological factors that can impact researcher attitudes, intentions, and behaviours when working with consumers in research. To address this gap, this study conducted 25 semi-structured interviews with health researchers in Australia using the qualitative case study method. The study aim was to explore the underlying influences on researcher behaviour when involving consumers in health research. The results identified several factors that influence researchers' behaviour, including better quality research, emotional connection and the humanisation of research, and a shift in research culture and expectations as major drivers. However, beliefs that consumers would hinder research and must be protected from risks, paternalism, and a lack of researcher skills and resources were identified as major barriers. This article presents a theory of planned behaviour for consumer involvement in the health research model. The model offers a valuable tool for policymakers and practitioners to understand the factors that influence researcher behaviours. It can also serve as a framework for future research in this area.
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- Joan Carlini
- Department of Marketing, Griffith University, Nathan, QLD 4111, Australia
- Menzies Health Institute Queensland, Gold Coast, QLD 4222, Australia
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- Menzies Health Institute Queensland, Gold Coast, QLD 4222, Australia
- School of Nursing & Midwifery, Griffith University, Nathan, QLD 4111, Australia
- Department of Emergency Medicine, Gold Coast Hospital and Health Service, Gold Coast, QLD 4215, Australia
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- Menzies Health Institute Queensland, Gold Coast, QLD 4222, Australia
- School of Nursing & Midwifery, Griffith University, Nathan, QLD 4111, Australia
- Nursing & Midwifery Education and Research, Gold Coast Health, Southport, QLD 4227, Australia
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Cox R, Molineux M, Kendall M, Tanner B, Miller E. 'Learning and growing together': exploring consumer partnerships in a PhD, an ethnographic study. RESEARCH INVOLVEMENT AND ENGAGEMENT 2023; 9:8. [PMID: 36918951 PMCID: PMC10014401 DOI: 10.1186/s40900-023-00417-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/09/2022] [Accepted: 02/27/2023] [Indexed: 06/18/2023]
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BACKGROUND Consumer and community involvement (CCI) in health research is increasingly recognised as best practice and is closely linked with calls for epistemic justice and more transparent university collaborations with consumers. Given doctoral candidates play a key role in the future of co-production, examination of consumer partnerships in PhDs is important. This study aimed to describe and evaluate consumer partnerships in a PhD from the perspective of the consumer co-researchers, the PhD candidate, and the academic supervisors including optimal approaches, impacts, and benefits and challenges. METHODS This prospective, co-produced ethnographic study was conducted over 33 months. Data collection included field notes, a monthly online log of partnership experiences and time spent, interviews or a focus group every six months, and a PhD student reflexive diary. Qualitative data were analysed using reflexive thematic analysis. RESULTS The student, two academics, and four consumer co-researchers were involved. A mean of 11.10 h per month were spent on CCI. The student spent the most time (mean 15.86 h per month). Preparation for dissemination of findings was the most frequent partnership activity. The two overarching themes emphasised that a PhD promotes a rich partnership ethos with the student at the centre and that the partnership was a worthwhile but challenging process. The four sub-themes highlighted that developing a collegial and supportive environment with regular meetings combined with a multi-faceted and responsive co-learning approach were core to success. Additionally, there were benefits for individuals, research processes and outcomes, and for driving change in consumer-academic research partnerships. Recruiting to and forming the partnership, maintaining the collaboration through inevitable changes and challenges, and an ethical and supportive closure of the research team were critical. CONCLUSIONS This longitudinal ethnographic study demonstrated that doctoral research can create a rich ethos for research and knowledge co-production which evolved over time. Equalising power dynamics through relationship building and co-learning was critical. Additionally, a focus on supportively ending the partnership was essential, and CCI may reduce PhD student isolation and procrastination. Enhanced university incentivisation of co-production in health research is recommended to address gaps in consumer remuneration and student support.
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- Ruth Cox
- Occupational Therapy Department, Queen Elizabeth II Jubilee Hospital, Corner Kessels and Troughton Roads, Coopers Plains, QLD, 4108, Australia.
- Discipline of Occupational Therapy, School of Health Sciences and Social Work, Griffith University, Queensland, Australia.
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- Discipline of Occupational Therapy, School of Health Sciences and Social Work, Griffith University, Queensland, Australia
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- Acquired Brain Injury Outreach Service and Transitional Rehabilitation Program, Princess Alexandra Hospital, Buranda, QLD, Australia
- School of Health Sciences and Social Work, Griffith University, Meadowbrook, QLD, Australia
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- Consumer Co-Researcher C/O Occupational Therapy Department, Queen Elizabeth II Jubilee Hospital, Coopers Plains, QLD, Australia
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- Consumer Co-Researcher C/O Occupational Therapy Department, Queen Elizabeth II Jubilee Hospital, Coopers Plains, QLD, Australia
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Headrick K, Thornton M, Hogan A, Deramore Denver B, Drake G, Wallen M. Consumer involvement in research - parent perceptions of partnership in cerebral palsy research: a qualitative study. Disabil Rehabil 2023; 45:483-493. [PMID: 35133223 DOI: 10.1080/09638288.2022.2034992] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/19/2023]
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PURPOSE Identify perceptions of parents and caregivers of children with cerebral palsy about being consumer research partners and identify strategies to inform involvement of parents in cerebral palsy research. MATERIALS AND METHODS Twenty-two parents in New South Wales and Victoria (Australia) participated in this qualitative study. Seven interviews and three focus groups were completed. Interpretive description guided data analysis. Methodological rigor was enhanced through involving two consumer investigators in the research team, member checking, and multiple researchers completing data analysis and theme generation. RESULTS Participants identified a range of factors that may influence their involvement in research partner roles. Main topics emerging from the data included "Research Is Better with Parents" and "Parents Benefit from Being Research Partners." A third, "Parents as Research Partners," contained the themes "Flexible Involvement," "Starting Partnerships," and "Building and Sustaining Partnerships." CONCLUSION This study has provided a rich insight into how parents perceive and describe engaging as research partners. Parent-identified guidance will inform future partnerships aiming to enhance the quality of cerebral palsy research and outcomes for people with cerebral palsy and their families. The involvement of consumer investigators in this study was considered valuable for enhancing the quality and applicability of the research.IMPLICATIONS FOR REHABILITATIONParents believed that parent partnership in research has benefits for the research and for the consumers involved.Parents provided guidance about the importance of starting, building and sustaining relationships in involving parents as research partners.Understanding the parent context, investing in relationships and acknowledgement of, and recognition for, contributions were considered important for building and sustaining effective partnerships.Flexible approaches to supporting parents as research partners was considered necessary for effective partnership.
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- Katie Headrick
- School of Allied Health, Australian Catholic University, North Sydney, Australia
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- Consumer Research Partner, Sydney, Australia
- Cerebral Palsy Society, Auckland, New Zealand
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- School of Allied Health, Australian Catholic University, Strathfield, Australia
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- School of Allied Health, Australian Catholic University, North Sydney, Australia
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Adams J, Kennedy A, Cotton J, Brumby S. Utilizing the Delphi method to develop parent and child surveys to understand exposure to farming hazards and attitudes toward farm safety. Front Public Health 2022; 10:1027426. [PMID: 36568783 PMCID: PMC9780666 DOI: 10.3389/fpubh.2022.1027426] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/25/2022] [Accepted: 11/22/2022] [Indexed: 12/13/2022] Open
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Children on farms are at increased risk of injury. In Australia, children under 15 years consistently represent ~15% of all farm-related fatalities. This study aimed to develop parent and child surveys to gain a greater understanding of children's (5-14 years) exposure to occupational risk on farms by exploring their exposure to farm hazards, risk-taking behavior, their use and attitudes toward safety measures, and experience of farm-related injury. As farming communities are heterogeneous, a modified Delphi method was undertaken to ensure input from a diverse group. Seventeen experts participated in a three round process-the first two rounds required rating of proposed survey questions in an online questionnaire and the final round was an online discussion. Consensus was defined as 75% agreement or higher. This process resulted in 155 parent questions and 124 child questions reaching consensus to include. The modified Delphi method developed surveys that provide insight into the behaviors and attitudes of children (individuals) and their parents on farms (family) and will assist in informing how community, organizations and policy frameworks can improve child safety on farms. It will assist in identifying and understanding common farming exposures/behaviors of children and their parents to inform the development of targeted and culturally appropriate injury prevention strategies. As farming groups are heterogeneous, these survey scan be used on varying farming cohorts to identify their unique farming hazards and challenges. Child farm-related injuries are a problem globally and must be addressed; children are dependent on adults and communities to create safe environments for them.
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- Jessie Adams
- School of Medicine, Deakin University, Waurn Ponds, VIC, Australia,National Centre for Farmer Health, Western District Health Service, Hamilton, VIC, Australia,*Correspondence: Jessie Adams
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- School of Medicine, Deakin University, Waurn Ponds, VIC, Australia,National Centre for Farmer Health, Western District Health Service, Hamilton, VIC, Australia
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- School of Medicine, Deakin University, Waurn Ponds, VIC, Australia,National Centre for Farmer Health, Western District Health Service, Hamilton, VIC, Australia
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- School of Medicine, Deakin University, Waurn Ponds, VIC, Australia,National Centre for Farmer Health, Western District Health Service, Hamilton, VIC, Australia
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Gilfoyle M, MacFarlane A, Hannigan A, Niranjan V, Hughes Z, Salsberg J. The public and patient involvement imperative in Ireland: Building on policy drivers. Front Public Health 2022; 10:1038409. [PMID: 36438293 PMCID: PMC9684639 DOI: 10.3389/fpubh.2022.1038409] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/07/2022] [Accepted: 10/24/2022] [Indexed: 11/11/2022] Open
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What can we learn from the history of Public and Patient Involvement (PPI) in healthcare and research across global jurisdictions? Depending on region and context, the terminology and heritage of involvement in research vary. In this paper, we draw on global traditions to explore dominant themes and key considerations and critiques pertaining to PPI in order to inform a PPI culture shift in Ireland. We then describe the heritage of PPI in Ireland and present the case for combining methodological imperatives with policy drivers to support and encourage meaningful involvement. Specifically, we propose that PPI can be enriched by the theory and processes of participatory health research (PHR); and that implementation requires concurrent capacity building. We conclude with a call for Irish researchers (authors of this paper included) to consider the conceptual complexities and nuances of a participatory approach to build on the policy imperatives driving PPI and to contribute to the international evidence base and research culture. Specifically, we call for Irish health researchers and funders to consider and reflect on: (1) the rich literature of PHR as a resource for enacting meaningful PPI; (2) the roots and origins of varying participatory health research methods; (3) how community/patient groups can lead health research; and (4) co-learning and partnership synergy to create space for both academic and community expertise; and (5) the importance of using standardized reporting tools.
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- Meghan Gilfoyle
- Public and Patient Involvement Research Unit, School of Medicine, University of Limerick, Limerick, Ireland,Health Research Institute, University of Limerick, Limerick, Ireland
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- Public and Patient Involvement Research Unit, School of Medicine, University of Limerick, Limerick, Ireland,Health Research Institute, University of Limerick, Limerick, Ireland
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- Public and Patient Involvement Research Unit, School of Medicine, University of Limerick, Limerick, Ireland,Health Research Institute, University of Limerick, Limerick, Ireland
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- School of Public Health, Physiotherapy and Sports Science, University College Dublin, Dublin, Ireland
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- Public and Patient Involvement Research Unit, School of Medicine, University of Limerick, Limerick, Ireland,Health Research Institute, University of Limerick, Limerick, Ireland,*Correspondence: Jon Salsberg
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Taylor E, Webster CS. Quality improvement in New Zealand pediatric anesthesia: National quality direction, patient experience, equity, and collaboration. Paediatr Anaesth 2022; 32:1191-1200. [PMID: 35357723 DOI: 10.1111/pan.14449] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/15/2021] [Revised: 03/14/2022] [Accepted: 03/28/2022] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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The current priorities of the quality and safety of patient care in New Zealand at a central government level are described, with a focus on equity and patient experience. Priorities between stakeholders differ. We report the current quality activities of New Zealand pediatric anesthetists in relation to these governance aims, seeking gaps and suggesting future directions to align governance priorities and local activities. International relevance is also outlined. New Zealand Māori experience health inequity. Complex systemic factors including those of systemic racism and prejudice contribute to the inequity. The specific contributions to health inequity from pediatric anesthetists are unknown but could include aspects of cultural safety, delays in treatment and treatment deficits. Patient experience is correlated positively with other quality domains. Peri-operative patient experience tools require outcomes of interest that matter to patients, including relevant cultural safety domains. Risk identification and critical event review contribute to local learnings in departments and institutions, and more widely to national and binational (with Australia) learnings. Several collaborative projects in Australia and New Zealand, whilst not primarily quality improvement projects, may improve pediatric anesthesia. These collaborations include a pediatric anesthesia professional network, a curriculum for a pediatric anesthetic fellowship, contributions to a document on standards for pediatric anesthesia, and a national quality group researching key performance indicators across New Zealand.
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- Elsa Taylor
- Starship Children's Hospital, District Health Board, Auckland, New Zealand
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- Centre for Medical and Health Sciences Education, School of Medicine, University of Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand
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Kishida Y, Brennan-Jones CG, Runions K, Vithiatharan R, Hancock K, Brown M, Eikelboom RH, Coffin J, Kickett-Tucker C, Li IW, Epstein M, Falconer SE, Cross D. Supporting the Social-Emotional Well-Being of Elementary School Students Who Are Deaf and Hard of Hearing: A Pilot Study. Lang Speech Hear Serv Sch 2022; 53:1037-1050. [PMID: 35914020 DOI: 10.1044/2022_lshss-21-00178] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/09/2022] Open
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PURPOSE Children who are Deaf and Hard of Hearing (DHH), their parents, Teachers of the Deaf, and other community stakeholders were involved in co-designing a web-based resource to support students' social-emotional well-being. The resource was designed to provide families and teachers with strategies to enhance the social and emotional well-being of Grade 4-6 students who are DHH. This study reports outcomes of a pilot study of the web-based resource intervention. METHOD A pre-post pilot study was conducted to quantitatively examine reported anxiety, well-being, social relationships, school experience, student-teacher relationship, and parent and teacher self-efficacy. A total of 37 students, their parents (n = 37), and their classroom teachers (n = 40) participated in the intervention program and were provided access to the resource. RESULTS In total, 19 students, 22 parents, and 17 teachers completed both pre- and postsurvey measures. Paired t tests revealed that there was a statistically significant increase in parents' self-efficacy scores from pre- to posttest. Multivariate analysis of covariance revealed a significant association between parent use of the website and student-reported improved peer support and reduced school loneliness. No other statistically significant differences were found. CONCLUSIONS The use of a web-based resource codeveloped with students who are DHH, their parents, and teachers could potentially be beneficial for the well-being of students who are DHH as well as parents' self-efficacy. Further research is needed to confirm the benefits.
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- Yuriko Kishida
- Telethon Kids Institute, Perth, Western Australia, Australia.,Telethon Speech & Hearing, Perth, Western Australia, Australia.,Macquarie University, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia.,Curtin University, Perth, Western Australia, Australia
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- Telethon Kids Institute, Perth, Western Australia, Australia.,Curtin University, Perth, Western Australia, Australia.,Perth Children's Hospital, Child and Adolescent Health Service, Western Australia, Australia.,The University of Western Australia, Perth, Australia
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- Telethon Kids Institute, Perth, Western Australia, Australia.,The University of Western Australia, Perth, Australia
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- Telethon Kids Institute, Perth, Western Australia, Australia
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- Department of Education, School of Special Education Needs: Sensory, Perth, Western Australia, Australia
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- Curtin University, Perth, Western Australia, Australia.,The University of Western Australia, Perth, Australia.,Ear Science Institute, Perth, Western Australia, Australia.,Department of Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology, University of Pretoria, South Africa
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- Telethon Kids Institute, Perth, Western Australia, Australia.,The University of Western Australia, Perth, Australia
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- The University of Western Australia, Perth, Australia
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- Telethon Kids Institute, Perth, Western Australia, Australia
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- Telethon Kids Institute, Perth, Western Australia, Australia.,The University of Western Australia, Perth, Australia
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Synnot A, Hill S, Jauré A, Merner B, Hill K, Bates P, Liacos A, Turner T. Broadening the diversity of consumers engaged in guidelines: a scoping review. BMJ Open 2022; 12:e058326. [PMID: 35710237 PMCID: PMC9204430 DOI: 10.1136/bmjopen-2021-058326] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/27/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Guideline developers are encouraged to engage patients, carers and their representatives ('consumers') from diverse backgrounds in guideline development to produce more widely applicable guidelines. However, consumers from diverse backgrounds are infrequently included in guidelines and there is scant research to support guideline developers to do this. OBJECTIVES To identify principles and approaches to broaden the diversity of consumers engaged in guideline development. DESIGN Scoping review and semi-structured interviews. METHODS We conducted comprehensive searches to March 2020 for studies, reports and guidance documents. Inclusion criteria included the terms 'consumer' (patients, carers and their representatives), 'diversity' (defined using the PROGRESS-PLUS mnemonic) and 'consumer engagement' (the active involvement of consumers at any stage of guideline development). We also conducted four interviews with consumers and guideline developers. We used descriptive synthesis to identify themes, and summarised information about implemented approaches used to broaden diversity of consumers in guidelines. RESULTS From 10 included documents, we identified eight themes. Themes covered general engagement concepts (Respectful partnerships; Recruitment; Expectations, process and review); specific concepts about guideline development group (GDG) engagement (Characteristics of guideline personnel; Consumers' role, characteristics and prominence; Preparing and supporting consumers); and other (non-GDG) approaches (Online methods; Consultations and research-based approaches). The most commonly included PROGRESS-PLUS categories were Disability, Race/culture/ethnicity/language, Place of residence and Other vulnerable (eg, 'disadvantaged groups'). Each theme included the views of both consumers and guideline developers. We found descriptions of 12 implemented engagement approaches to broaden diversity of consumers in guidelines. CONCLUSIONS Relationship-building, mitigating power imbalances and meeting consumers where they are at underpin our findings. Engaging with diverse groups may require greater attention to building formal, respectful partnerships and employing inclusive engagement methods.
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- Anneliese Synnot
- Centre for Health Communication and Participation, School of Psychology and Public Health, La Trobe University, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
- Cochrane Australia, School of Public Health and Preventive Medicine, Monash University, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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- Centre for Health Communication and Participation, School of Psychology and Public Health, La Trobe University, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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- Sydney School of Public Health, The University of Sydney, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
- Centre for Kidney Research, Children's Hospital at Westmead, Westmead, New South Wales, Australia
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- Centre for Health Communication and Participation, School of Psychology and Public Health, La Trobe University, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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- Stroke Foundation, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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- Murdoch Children's Research Institute, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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- Cochrane Australia, School of Public Health and Preventive Medicine, Monash University, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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Gorgon E, Maka K, Kam A, Nisbet G, Sullivan J, Regan G, Pourkazemi F, Lin J, Mohamed M, Leaver A. Needs assessment for health service design for people with back pain in a hospital setting: A qualitative study. Health Expect 2022; 25:721-731. [PMID: 35150036 PMCID: PMC8957737 DOI: 10.1111/hex.13419] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/22/2021] [Revised: 12/05/2021] [Accepted: 12/14/2021] [Indexed: 12/29/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND There is a need for effective health service solutions to provide greater structure and support for implementing evidence-based practice in back pain care. Patient involvement in developing these solutions is crucial to increase relevance, acceptability and uptake. OBJECTIVES To determine patients' perceived needs and barriers to best-practice back pain care, and potential solutions to better address care needs. The study is the third in a series of needs assessment studies feeding into the 'idea generation' for service design in a large teaching hospital in a culturally and linguistically diverse community in metropolitan Sydney, Australia. DESIGN We conducted a combination of focus groups and in-depth interviews using an interpretive description approach. We used inductive thematic analysis to identify the main themes. SETTING AND PARTICIPANTS We purposively sampled patients with diverse characteristics from the neurosurgery and physiotherapy outpatient clinics, in particular those whose primary language was English, Arabic, Persian or Mandarin. Non-English audio recordings were translated and transcribed by bilingual researchers. RESULTS There were 24 participants (focus groups = 9; individual interviews = 15) when data saturation was reached. The analysis identified three key themes with several subthemes around what service designers needed to understand in helping people with back pain in this setting: (1) This is who I am; (2) It's not working for me; and (3) What I think I need. DISCUSSION AND CONCLUSION This study highlights that perceived unmet needs of patients are underpinned by unhelpful beliefs about the causes of and solutions for back pain, misaligned care expectations, unclear expectations of the hospital role and fragmentations in the health system. To design and implement a service that can deliver better back pain care, several solutions need to be integrated around: developing new resources that challenge unhelpful beliefs and set realistic expectations; improving access to education and self-management resources; focusing on individualized care; using a collaborative multidisciplinary approach within the hospital; and better connecting with and directing primary health care services. PATIENT OR PUBLIC CONTRIBUTION A consumer representative of the Western Sydney Local Health District provided input during study conceptualisation and is duly recognized in the Acknowledgements section.
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- Edward Gorgon
- Sydney School of Health Sciences, Faculty of Medicine and Health, The University of Sydney, Sydney, Australia.,Department of Physical Therapy, University of the Philippines Manila, Manila, Philippines
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- Western Sydney Local Health District, New South Wales Health, Sydney, Australia
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- Western Sydney Local Health District, New South Wales Health, Sydney, Australia
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- Sydney School of Health Sciences, Faculty of Medicine and Health, The University of Sydney, Sydney, Australia
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- Sydney School of Health Sciences, Faculty of Medicine and Health, The University of Sydney, Sydney, Australia
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- Western Sydney Local Health District, New South Wales Health, Sydney, Australia
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- Sydney School of Health Sciences, Faculty of Medicine and Health, The University of Sydney, Sydney, Australia
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- Sydney School of Health Sciences, Faculty of Medicine and Health, The University of Sydney, Sydney, Australia.,Department of Rehabilitation Therapy, Shanghai Yangzhi Rehabilitation Hospital (Shanghai Sunshine Rehabilitation Center), Tongji University School of Medicine, Shanghai, China
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- Western Sydney Local Health District, New South Wales Health, Sydney, Australia
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- Sydney School of Health Sciences, Faculty of Medicine and Health, The University of Sydney, Sydney, Australia
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McKenzie A, Bowden J, Zalcberg JR, Conroy K, Fallon-Ferguson J, Jesudason S, Ansell J, Anderst A, Straiton N. A snapshot of consumer engagement in clinical trials in Australia: results of a national survey of clinical trial networks and research organisations. RESEARCH INVOLVEMENT AND ENGAGEMENT 2022; 8:3. [PMID: 35123586 PMCID: PMC8817464 DOI: 10.1186/s40900-022-00338-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/13/2021] [Accepted: 01/20/2022] [Indexed: 06/01/2023]
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BACKGROUND Little is known about the extent, perceptions or experiences of consumers involved in clinical trials across Australia. The purpose of this National study was to better understand the activity and perceptions of clinical trial networks (CTNs), research co-ordinating centres and their consumers, around consumer involvement in clinical trials. METHODS CTNs and research co-ordinating centres who were members of the Australian Clinical Trials Alliance (ACTA), and consumers involved in the activities of these organisations, were invited to participate in online surveys. Surveys were completed between April and September 2018. RESULTS 80 respondents completed the surveys in full: 25 of 34 CTNs, 5 from 15 research co-ordinating centres, and included research investigators of 13 active trials, 10 completed trials. There were 27 consumer respondents. Consumers were involved in clinical trial activities across 19/25 (76%) of CTNs and 3/5 (60%) of research co-ordinating centres. Consumers were involved at all stages of the trial cycle. Despite this, only 8/30 (27%) of research organisations provided specific training to their employees or members on consumer involvement in research, and most did not have a specific policy or process relating to conducting consumer involvement in clinical trials. At the organisation level, barriers to consumer involvement in clinical trials included being unsure how to involve consumers effectively and systematically, difficulty in accessing consumers or lack of infrastructure and resources. At the consumer level, barriers included limited understanding of their roles, a lack of resources and training. Enablers included education, training and funding for both the research sector and for consumers. Almost all consumer respondents (25/27; 92%) would recommend the consumer role to other potential consumers, stating it was a valuable experience that led to knowledge exchange and learning about the research process. CONCLUSIONS Over the last few years, consumer involvement in clinical trials has increased in Australia, but the scope of involvement varies across different research organisations, and therapeutic areas. Consumer involvement in clinical trials is valued by most that do it, however, there are opportunities to further foster and strengthen ongoing partnerships, for example by providing practical advice for researchers on how to best engage and involve consumers.
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- Anne McKenzie
- Consumer Engagement, Telethon Kids Institute, Perth Children's Hospital, Nedlands, WA, 6009, Australia
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- School of Public Health and Preventive Medicine, Monash University, Melbourne, VIC, 3004, Australia
- Department of Medical Oncology, Alfred Health, Melbourne, VIC, 3004, Australia
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- Consumer & Community Involvement Program, The George Institute for Global Health, Newtown, NSW, 2042, Australia
- Sydney Research, Sydney Local Health District, Camperdown, NSW, 2050, Australia
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- School of Population Health, Curtin University, Perth, WA, 6845, Australia
- Australian and New Zealand Alliance for Cardiovascular Trials, Perth, WA, 6845, Australia
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- Central Northern Adelaide Renal and Transplantation Service, Adelaide, SA, 5000, Australia
- Faculty of Health and Medical Science, University of Adelaide, Adelaide, SA, 5000, Australia
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- Consumers Health Forum of Australia, Deakin, ACT, 2600, Australia
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- The George Institute for Global Health, Newton, NSW, 2042, Australia
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- Australian Clinical Trials Alliance, Melbourne, VIC, 3205, Australia.
- University of Sydney, Sydney, NSW, 2006, Australia.
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Wale JL, Di Pietro L, Renton H, Sahhar M, Walker C, Williams P, Meehan K, Lynch E, Martyn M, Bell J, Winship I, Gaff CL. Making community voices heard in a research-health service alliance, the evolving role of the Community Advisory Group: a case study from the members' perspective. RESEARCH INVOLVEMENT AND ENGAGEMENT 2021; 7:84. [PMID: 34838131 PMCID: PMC8627002 DOI: 10.1186/s40900-021-00326-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/19/2021] [Accepted: 11/10/2021] [Indexed: 06/13/2023]
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BACKGROUND The Melbourne Genomics Health Alliance (the Alliance) is a collaboration of leading hospitals, research and academic organisations, supported by its member organisations and the Victorian Government. The Alliance was set up by its members in 2013 to steer the translation of genomics, making it an integral part of health care in Victoria, Australia. The Community Advisory Group (CAG) was formed soon after, to give input and advice across the program. This was to ensure consideration of community values, perspectives and priorities, and knowledge translation for patient care. The CAG was charged with providing a strong community voice for the duration of the program. Appointed members were experienced consumer advocates with developed connections to the community. MAIN BODY The Alliance progressed from an initial Demonstration Project (2013-2015) to a multifaceted program (2016-2020). The CAG worked strategically to help address complex issues, for example, communication, privacy, informed consent, ethics, patient experience, measurement and evaluation standards and policies, data storage and re-use of genomic data. Many aspects of translating genomics into routine care have been tackled, such as communicating with patients invited to have genomic testing, or their caregivers, and obtaining informed consent, clinical questions across 16 areas of health care, training and education of health and laboratory professionals, genomic data management and data-sharing. Evidence generated around clinical utility and cost-effectiveness led to government funding of testing for complex genetic conditions in children. CONCLUSION The CAG activities, recorded in a CAG-inspired Activity register, span the full spectrum of information sharing and consultation to co-design and partnership. The CAG were involved at multiple levels of participation and in all tiers of activity including governance, development of policies and procedures, program planning and evaluation. Working relationships were built up and a level of trust instilled to advance the Alliance work program in ensuring an effective patient-care model of delivery of genomics. CAG input into project deliverables has been tangible. Less tangible contributions included presentations at external meetings and conferences, direct interactions at meetings with Alliance members, interactions with visitors and external experts, taking part in consultations with experts, state and federal government.
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- Genetic Support Network of Victoria, 50 Flemington Road, Parkville, VIC 3052 Australia
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- Syndromes Without A Name (SWAN) – Australia, PO Box 390, Fairfield, VIC 3078 Australia
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- Melbourne Genomics Health Alliance, 1G Royal Parade, Parkville, VIC 3052 Australia
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- Melbourne Genomics Health Alliance, 1G Royal Parade, Parkville, VIC 3052 Australia
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- Melbourne Genomics Health Alliance, 1G Royal Parade, Parkville, VIC 3052 Australia
- Department of Paediatrics (Royal Children’s Hospital), Faculty of Medicine Dentistry and Health Sciences, The University of Melbourne, Parkville, Australia
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- The Royal Melbourne Hospital, Grattan Street, Parkville, VIC 3052 Australia
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- Melbourne Genomics Health Alliance, 1G Royal Parade, Parkville, VIC 3052 Australia
- Department of Paediatrics (Royal Children’s Hospital), Faculty of Medicine Dentistry and Health Sciences, The University of Melbourne, Parkville, Australia
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Stewart K, Imms C, McIntyre S, Kilgour G, Clayworth K. Better Together: the Australasian Academy of Cerebral Palsy and Developmental Medicine champions equity. Dev Med Child Neurol 2021; 63:356. [PMID: 33249564 DOI: 10.1111/dmcn.14752] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/26/2020] [Accepted: 10/27/2020] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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- Kirsty Stewart
- Australasian Academy of Cerebral Palsy and Developmental Medicine
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- Australasian Academy of Cerebral Palsy and Developmental Medicine
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- Australasian Academy of Cerebral Palsy and Developmental Medicine
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- Australasian Academy of Cerebral Palsy and Developmental Medicine
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- Australasian Academy of Cerebral Palsy and Developmental Medicine
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Beames JR, Kikas K, O'Gradey-Lee M, Gale N, Werner-Seidler A, Boydell KM, Hudson JL. A New Normal: Integrating Lived Experience Into Scientific Data Syntheses. Front Psychiatry 2021; 12:763005. [PMID: 34777064 PMCID: PMC8585932 DOI: 10.3389/fpsyt.2021.763005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/23/2021] [Accepted: 10/07/2021] [Indexed: 01/30/2023] Open
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- Joanne R Beames
- Black Dog Institute, University of New South Wales, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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- Black Dog Institute, University of New South Wales, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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- Black Dog Institute, University of New South Wales, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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- Black Dog Institute, University of New South Wales, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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