Perceived stress and betel quid dependence associated with reasons for betel quid chewing among male chewers: a mixed methods study by Su-Erh Chiu, Mei-Hui Hsu, Chung-Jan Kang, Shu-Ching Chen

“…Abstract Aims Social culture concerns and betel quid (BQ) dependence may be the potential reasons for BQ chewing. This study’s purpose was to identify the correlates of reasons for male BQ chewing. …”
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Patients and healthcare providers needs and challenges in diabetes self-management and support in Ethiopian primary healthcare context by Yimer Seid Yimer, Ahmed Ali Ahmed, Adamu Addissie, Eshetu Girma Kidane, Ahmed Reja, Abdurezak Ahmed Abdela

“…Methods This study employed a mixed method approach, with an exploratory qualitative study, including in-depth interviews with 22 patients with diabetes and key informant interviews with 25 healthcare providers. …”
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Improving Secondary School Mathematics Teachers’ Effective Lesson Implementation through Lesson Study by Temesgen Yadeta Dibaba, Abbi Lemma Wedajo, Faith Maina, Adula Bekele Hunde

“…The study suggests further investigation in more secondary schools by incorporating quantitative evidence with larger a sample size.…”
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A longitudinal mixed-methods examination of emotional intelligence, mindfulness, and burnout among Chinese educators by Xiao Han, Xiao Han, Mingmu Jiao, Gemma M. Perey

“…Qualitative data were gathered through semi-structured interviews with 35 participants to explore lived experiences.ResultsQuantitative findings revealed a significant reduction in emotional exhaustion and depersonalization, while EI facets remained stable. …”
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Impact of a consortium-based student mobility programme: The case of AIMS (Asian International Mobility for students) by Naoki Umemiya, Miki Sugimura, Romyen Kosaikanont, Nordiana Mohd Nordin, Abdul Latiff Ahmad

“…Originality/value – This study is unique in that it empirically studies the impact of one of Asia’s largest student mobility programmes for the first time by analysing large-scale qualitative and quantitative data.…”
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Exploring determinants of COVID-19 vaccine uptake in Tanzania: A socio-ecological perspective by Ambrose T. Kessy, Chima E. Onuekwe, William M. Mwengee, Grace E. Saguti, Tumaini Haonga

“…Methods: A concurrent mixed-method design was utilised, combining quantitative surveys from 3098 participants with qualitative data collected through focus group discussions and key informant interviews. …”
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Barriers to and outcomes of unspecified kidney donation in the UK: BOUnD, a mixed-methods study by Nizam Mamode, Sam Norton, Paul McCrone, Joe Chilcot, Heather Draper, Peter Gogalniceanu, Mira Zuchowski, Lisa Burnapp, Jan Shorrock, Kiran Gupta, Hannah Maple

“…Design For RQ1, a qualitative study of healthcare professionals using focus groups and interviews was performed. …”
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Perceptions on respectful maternity care in Sri Lanka: Study protocol for a mixed-methods study of patients and providers. by Malitha Patabendige, Suneth Buddhika Agampodi, Asanka Jayawardane, Denagamage Jayamini Wickramasooriya, Thilini Chanchala Agampodi

“…<h4>Methods</h4>A descriptive cross-sectional study with a mixed-methods approach comprising of qualitative component followed by a quantitative component will be conducted in Castle Street Hospital for Women (CSHW) and De Soysa Hospital for Women (DSHW), Colombo, Sri Lanka. …”
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Emotional literacy programme in special schools for children with a learning disability in England: the ZF-SEND feasibility RCT by Biza Stenfert Kroese, Gemma Unwin, Richard Hastings, Andrew Jahoda, Rachel McNamara, David Gillespie, Jeremy Segrott, Kate Ingarfield, Myrsini Gianatsi, Elizabeth Randell, Zoe Mather, Barbara Barrett, Poushali Ganguli, John Rose, Mariam Sahle, Emily Warren, Nathan Da Cruz

“…Objectives The objectives for this study were to: Assess intervention delivery, fidelity and adherence, and factors influencing implementation, mechanisms of impact and context using data from multiple sources, including teacher-completed session records, qualitative interviews and observations of ZF-SEND lessons. …”
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A study on awareness regarding cigarettes and other tobacco products act (COTPA Act) among hospital staff of medical college, Kanpur: A mixed method study by Aradhana Yadav, Sonam, Samarjeet Kaur, Santosh K. Barman, Seema Barman

“…Settings and Design: This study was conducted in GSVM Medical College, and this was a convergent parallel mixed-methods study, with a quantitative component (cross-sectional survey) complemented by a qualitative component (descriptive study). …”
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A High Fall Risk Patient Perspective—Reducing Safety Challenges in an Acute Care Hospital by Caglayan Yasan, Gabriella Pretto, Patricia Burton

“…From this cohort, seven inpatients were interviewed using a structured interview questionnaire to explore their perceptions of why they fell. …”
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End-of-life management protocol offered within emergency room (EMPOWER): study protocol for a multicentre study by Yoko Kin Yoke Wong, Rakhee Yash Pal, Win Sen Kuan, Ling Tiah, Ranjeev Kumar, Luming Shi, Charles Qishi Zheng, Jingping Lin, Sufang Liang, Uma Chandra Segara, Woon Chai Yong, Noreen Guek Cheng Chan, Mui Teng Chua, Irwani Ibrahim

“…We shall also evaluate healthcare resource utilisation and its associated costs.Methods and analysis This study employs a quasiexperimental interrupted time series design using both qualitative and quantitative methods, involving the EDs of three tertiary hospitals in Singapore, over a period of 3 years. …”
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Videos of Savi Oriented Learning Model Based on Sparcol Scribe in Class IV Students by Niya Selfiana Panggabean, I Kadek Suartama, I Made Tegeh

“…The technique used to analyze the data is descriptive qualitative and quantitative analysis. The study results are the results of a review by content experts in the field of study with excellent qualifications (96.66%). …”
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The Use of Project-Based Digital Comics on Social Science Content to Improve Learning Outcomes Students of 5th Grade Elementary School Students by Ni Kadek Yuwika Ulandari, I. W. Sujana

“…The data analysis technique used is descriptive quantitative and inferential analysis. Data were obtained by using interviews, questionnaires, and tests. …”
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Government Policy in Education and Business Dynamics of the School Book Publishing Industry in Indonesia: A Case Study of PT Tiga Serangkai by Eny Rahma Zaenah, Indah Susilowati, Deden Dinar Iskandar, Drajat Tri Kartono

“…The researcher uses a descriptive qualitative and quantitative approach. Data collection was carried out by studying documents related to government policies in the field of education during the study period of the above events, the study of company sales documents, and the study of documents from the Indonesian Publishers Association (IKAPI). …”
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Evaluating artificial intelligence-driven stress echocardiography analysis system (EASE study): A mixed method study by Daniel Frings, Patrick Callaghan, Chris Flood, Enrico Grisan, Adele Stewart-Lord, Lesley Baillie, Sandeep S Hothi, Rosica Panayotova, Mahdi Mahdavi, Nicki Thomas, Virgil Griffith, Sharanya Jayadev

“…Alongside journal publications, we will disseminate study methods and findings in conferences, seminars and social media. …”
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Longitudinal study of adolescent stress, critical consciousness and resilience trajectories in the context of structural racism: the RISE Baltimore study protocol by Renee M Johnson, Rashelle Musci, Dylan Jackson, Laura K Clary, Tamar Mendelson, Lindsey Webb, Monica Guerrero Vazquez, Joni Holifield, Delida Sanchez, Matt Jans, Roderick Watts

“…Growth mixture modelling and latent variable modelling will be used to analyse quantitative data. Themes identified through qualitative analyses will expand the understanding of quantitative findings.Ethics and dissemination All study procedures were approved by the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health Institutional Review Board. …”
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Exploring healthcare experiences of transgender people in the Jabula Uzibone study, South Africa: a longitudinal implementation science study by Rutendo Bothma, Audrey Pettifor, Innocent Maphosa, Philisiwe Ndlovu, John Imrie, Tonia Poteat

“…For this paper, we asked participants about healthcare experiences and experiences of stigma through a structured, interviewer‐administered quantitative survey. We assessed the sections of the quantitative survey which ask about self‐reported experiences of stigma. …”
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A data-driven approach to detect support strategies for children living in households receiving public assistance in Japan: a mixed methods study to establish tailor-made health an... by Keiko Ueno, Daisuke Nishioka, Shiho Kino, Naoki Kondo

“…We used the segments obtained in the quantitative phase to subsequently conduct seven semi-structured interviews and one focus group with professionals supporting children with complex needs. …”
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Exploring social capital for family caregivers of patients with chronic organ failure: study protocol for a concept mapping study by Kai Chow Choi, Carmen Wing Han Chan, Marques Shek Nam Ng, Winnie Kwok Wei So, Wallace Chi Ho Chan, Helen Yue Lai Chan

“…Participants will be asked to share their views on social capital for family caregivers through interviews. In Phase II, quantitative methods will be used to arrange these statements into a concept map, and participants will be asked to complete a questionnaire to prioritise the statements. …”
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