Commentary: Writing and Evaluating Qualitative Research Reports.
To provide an overview of qualitative methods, particularly for reviewers and authors who may be less familiar with qualitative research.



A question and answer format is used to address considerations for writing and evaluating qualitative research.



When producing qualitative research, individuals are encouraged to address the qualitative research considerations raised and to explicitly identify the systematic strategies used to ensure rigor in study design and methods, analysis, and presentation of findings. Increasing capacity for review and publication of qualitative research within pediatric psychology will advance the field's ability to gain a better understanding of the specific needs of pediatric populations, tailor interventions more effectively, and promote optimal health.
Division of Public Health, Department of Family and Preventive Medicine, University of Utah, Cancer Control and Population Sciences, Huntsman Cancer Institute, yelena.wu@utah.edu.
Yelena P
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Wu
Department of Pediatrics-Nutrition, USDA/ARS Children's Nutrition Research Center, Baylor College of Medicine.
Deborah
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Thompson
College of Nursing, University of Central Florida.
Karen J
KJ
Aroian
Department of Psychiatry and Human Behavior, Brown University, and.
Elizabeth L
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McQuaid
School of Nursing, University of Pennsylvania.
Janet A
JA
Deatrick
D002648:Child; D006801:Humans; D002666:Psychology, Child / Q000379:methods*; D036301:Qualitative Research; D012107:Research Design; D014956:Writing
methods; patient-centered; qualitative; theme