What do we mean by "socialization to the model"? A Delphi study.
BACKGROUND
The term "socialization to the model" is frequently used in the Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) literature, but it is unclear exactly what constitutes socialization to the model and there is a paucity of research in this area.


OBJECTIVE
This study aimed to develop a working definition of "socialization to the model".


METHODS
A three-round electronic Delphi technique was used to generate data and to achieve a consensus agreement amongst a panel of experts (N = 9) in response to two questions pertaining to what constitutes "socialization to the model".


RESULTS
All elements generated in response to the primary question at the first round were retained throughout and scored an IQR of <or=1 at the final round, indicating a consensus that all elements were either essential or important to accurately defining socialization to the model. The panel also reached a consensus on five elements considered to be "indicators" of socialization to the model, the secondary question.


CONCLUSIONS
A working definition of socialization to the model is presented and discussed. This definition has implications for both clinical practice and research.
Roos
Jo
J
Division of Clinical Psychology, University of Manchester, UK. jo.roos@postgrad.manchester.ac.uk
Wearden
Alison
A
D001364:Awareness; D015928:Cognitive Behavioral Therapy / Q000379:methods*; D003469:Culture; D003697:Delphi Technique; D006801:Humans; D008960:Models, Psychological; D009042:Motivation; D010358:Patient Participation; D017060:Patient Satisfaction; D011369:Professional-Patient Relations; D012951:Socialization