Using qualitative methods to develop contextually relevant measures and preventive interventions: An illustration

Author(s): Gonzales, N. A., Wood, J. L., Formoso, D.

Journal/Book: Amer J Commun Psychol. 1998; 26: 233 Spring St, New York, NY 10013. Plenum Publ Corp. 605-637.

Abstract: Qualitative methods were used to develop a contextually relevant quantitative measure of parenting stress and inform the design of family-focused interventions aimed at preventing adolescent mental and behavioral health problems. The study focused on the experiences of low-income one- and two-parent families representing three ethnic groups (Mexican, African, and European Americans) living in low-income neighborhoods in a large Southwestern city. This report describes the place of this study in a broader program of prevention research the qualitative methods and data analysis procedures employed, and how the results were used to develop a new measure of parenting stress and inform future program design. The report also includes reflective comments on the methods used and lessons gained.

Note: Article Dumka LE, Arizona State Univ, Prevent Res Program, Box 871108, Tempe,AZ 85287 USA

Keyword(s): qualitative methods; preventive interventions; parenting stress; parent training; ethnic diversity; measurement development; transition into middle school; parenting intervention; ANCHORED RESEARCH; SOCIAL SUPPORT; MENTAL-HEALTH; FAMILIES; EQUIVALENCE; CHILDREN; PARENT; RISK

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