Implementation measurement in global mental health: Results from a modified Delphi panel and investigator survey.

ABSTRACT: Limited guidance exists to support investigators in the choice, adaptation, validation and use of implementation measures for global mental health implementation research. Our objectives were to develop consensus on best practices for implementation measurement and identify strengths and opportunities in current practice. We convened seven expert panelists. Participants rated approaches to measure adaptation and validation according to appropriateness and feasibility. Follow-up interviews were conducted and a group discussion was held. We then surveyed investigators who have used quantitative implementation measures in global mental health implementation research. Participants described their use of implementation measures, including approaches to adaptation and validation, alongside chall

SUBMITTER: Kemp CG 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10663693 | biostudies-literature | 2023

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature