Application of Andersen's behavioural model of health services use: a scoping review with a focus on qualitative health services research.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Qualitative methods have become integral in health services research, and Andersen's behavioural model of health services use (BMHSU) is one of the most commonly employed models of health service utilisation. The model focuses on three core factors to explain healthcare utilisation: predisposing, enabling and need factors. A recent overview of the application of the BMHSU is lacking, particularly regarding its application in qualitative research. Therefore, we provide (1) a descriptive overview of the application of the BMHSU in health services research in general and (2) a qualitative synthesis on the (un)suitability of the model in qualitative health services research.

Methods

We searched five databases from March to April 2019, and in April 2020. For inclusio

SUBMITTER: Lederle M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8103375 | biostudies-literature | 2021 May

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature