Methods to Improve the Selection and Tailoring of Implementation Strategies
Byron J Powell1, Rinad S Beidas2, Cara C Lewis3
1Department of Health Policy and Management, Gillings School of Global Public Health, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, NC, USA. bjpowell@unc.edu.
The Journal of Behavioral Health Services & Research
|August 21, 2015
Summary
Selecting effective implementation strategies for behavioral health interventions can be challenging. This study presents four methods—concept mapping, group model building, conjoint analysis, and intervention mapping—to tailor strategies to specific contextual needs and barriers.
Area of Science:
- Health Services Research
- Implementation Science
- Behavioral Health
Background:
- Implementing behavioral health interventions is complex.
- Limited guidance exists on tailoring implementation strategies to specific contexts.
- Addressing contextual needs is crucial for successful change efforts.
Purpose of the Study:
- To propose four methods for matching implementation strategies to identified barriers and facilitators.
- To provide guidance on tailoring strategies for evidence-based practices in specific settings.
- To enhance the effective implementation of behavioral health services.
Main Methods:
- Concept mapping
- Group model building
- Conjoint analysis
- Intervention mapping
Main Results:
- Each proposed method offers a structured approach to strategy selection.
- Examples illustrate the application of these methods in practice.
- Strengths and weaknesses of each method are discussed.
Conclusions:
- These four methods can effectively match implementation strategies to contextual needs.
- The methods are relevant for behavioral health services and research.
- Further research is needed to refine and evaluate these implementation strategy selection approaches.
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