Required Reading:
Peake, R. M., Jackson, D., Lea, J., & Usher, K. (2020). Meaningful engagement with Aboriginal communities using participatory action research to develop culturally appropriate health resources. Journal of Transcultural Nursing, 32(2), 129–136. https://doi.org/10.1177/1043659619899999
This article details the process of implementing PAR with an Australian Aboriginal community towards the development and evaluation of culturally appropriate stroke resources.
After reading the article, what strengths can you identify to the chosen approach? What, if any limitations, do you see? What key learnings about the PAR process come from this case example?
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Required Reading:
Faithfull, S., Brophy, L., Pennell, K., & Simmons, M. B. (2018). Barriers and enablers to meaningful youth participation in mental health research: Qualitative interviews with youth mental health researchers. Journal of Mental Health, 28(1), 56–63. https://doi.org/10.1080/09638237.2018.1521926
This article discusses a study undertaken to explore the perceptions of mental health researchers surrounding youth participation (ranging from passive involvement to youth-led) in the research process.
After reading and reflecting on the article and provided information on PAR, do you feel it is appropriate to involve youth in the research process? Why or why not?
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Discussion questions will be posted in the MHST/NUR 603 Weekly Forum.