Abstract
Research in implementation science has shown that interventions are rarely implemented as designed, and that variability in implementation is associated with variability in outcomes. Lack of programme fidelity has been seen as the prime cause of poor outcomes, though it has also been suggested that this must be balanced against adaptation. In this chapter, we argue that what is required is a focus on quality, of both fidelity and adaptation. This reframing has implications for programme development processes, research and evaluation, and the training and support of practitioners in the field.
Original language | English (US) |
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Title of host publication | Mental Health and Wellbeing through Schools |
Subtitle of host publication | The Way Forward |
Publisher | Taylor and Francis Inc. |
Pages | 53-63 |
Number of pages | 11 |
ISBN (Electronic) | 9781317655053 |
ISBN (Print) | 9780415745185 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Apr 14 2016 |
All Science Journal Classification (ASJC) codes
- General Social Sciences
- General Psychology