A much less frequently used approach involves the use of thematic review and harmonization of content between focus groups conducted concurrently in different cultures, a method known as parallel cross-cultural PRO content validation [ 38].
The use of IFGs for parallel cross-cultural PRO content development was both time/cost effective and received very positive reviews from participants.
This proof of concept (POC) study was designed to evaluate the use of an Internet-based bulletin board technology to aid parallel cross-cultural development of thematic content for a new set of patient-reported outcome measures (PROs).
The use of parallel cross-cultural content analysis of IFG transcripts permitted identification of the major content themes in each country as well as exploration of the possible reasons for any observed differences between the countries.
Do Puzzles Cross Cultural Divides?
* Create opportunities for cross- cultural socializing.
Research Phrases/terms included combinations of the following: Cultural Competence, Cultural Capability, Cultural Sensitivity, Mental Health, Mental Healthcare, Mental Health settings, Best practice, Cross Cultural Mental Health and Cross Cultural Psychiatry.
Cross cultural reasons may play a role in this finding.
This is consistent with effective cross cultural research methods [ 11].
This thematic approach is far more instructive in underscoring the parallel developments and cross-cultural links of geographically separate civilizations than the usual museum approach of organizing exhibits chronologically by culture.
