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Panning for gold: a clinician's guide to using research.

Lee M Williams1, Jo Ellen Patterson, Richard B Miller

  • 1Marital and Family Therapy Program, University of San Diego, San Diego, California, 92110-2492, USA. williams@sandiego.edu

Journal of Marital and Family Therapy
|February 14, 2006
PubMed
Summary

This article helps family therapists bridge the gap between research and practice. It provides guidance on how to effectively search, evaluate, and apply research findings in clinical settings.

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Area of Science:

  • Family Therapy
  • Clinical Psychology
  • Evidence-Based Practice

Background:

  • A significant disconnect exists between scientific research and clinical application in family therapy.
  • Practitioners often lack the skills to access, appraise, and integrate research into their work.
  • Negative perceptions of research can hinder its adoption in clinical settings.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To equip family therapists with the skills to become more effective consumers of research.
  • To explore the perceived value and potential barriers to research utilization in clinical practice.
  • To provide practical strategies for applying research findings to enhance family therapy interventions.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review on research utilization in psychotherapy.

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  • Exploration of common clinician beliefs regarding research.
  • Discussion of practical steps for integrating research into practice.

    • Main Results:

    • Clinicians' knowledge gaps in research methodology impede practice integration.
    • Addressing negative beliefs about research is crucial for adoption.
    • Structured approaches can facilitate the application of research evidence.

    Conclusions:

    • Enhancing clinicians' research literacy is essential for evidence-based family therapy.
    • Overcoming barriers requires targeted training and a shift in attitudes towards research.
    • Integrating research findings can lead to more effective and informed clinical practice.