Case study - Vallentine et al. (2010)

Question 1

How can social desirability bias be linked to Vallentine et al.?
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Answer 1

• When asked what was difficult, ‘talking in front of the group’

Question 2

How can inter rater reliability be linked to Vallentine et al.?
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Answer 2

• 2nd rater repeated analysis, 60% lvl of agreement (^)

Question 3

How can the holistic nature of interviews be linked to Vallentine et al.?
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Answer 3

• Although the q’s were generic e.g. ‘What was helpful about the group?’
• Reach firm conclusion patients valued sense of hope/empowerment provided (follow ups)