Norris Anne E, Torres-Thomas Sylvia, Williams Ellita T
University of Miami, USA.
Hisp Health Care Int. 2014;12(3):111-9. doi: 10.1891/1540-4153.12.3.111.
Cognitive interviewing is a research technique commonly used in survey research to improve measurement validity. However, this technique is useful to researchers planning to use self-report measures in intervention research because invalidity of such measures jeopardizes detection of intervention effects. Little research currently exists regarding the use of cognitive interviewing techniques with adolescent populations, particularly those who are Hispanic. This article describes common challenges to conducting cognitive interviewing with early adolescent girls and how these challenges are impacted by Hispanic culture and sensitive topics. A focus group approach is recommended over the traditional one-on-one cognitive interview format, and experiences from actual focus groups conducted in preparation for an intervention study are used to illustrate strategies for accomplishing the goals of cognitive interviewing. Creative and careful planning, attention to developmental considerations, and incorporation of cultural values are essential to the success of this approach.
认知访谈是调查研究中常用的一种研究技术，用于提高测量效度。然而，这种技术对计划在干预研究中使用自我报告测量方法的研究人员很有用，因为此类测量方法的无效性会危及干预效果的检测。目前关于在青少年群体，尤其是西班牙裔青少年中使用认知访谈技术的研究很少。本文描述了对青春期早期女孩进行认知访谈时常见的挑战，以及西班牙裔文化和敏感话题如何影响这些挑战。建议采用焦点小组方法，而不是传统的一对一认知访谈形式，并利用为一项干预研究做准备时实际进行的焦点小组的经验来说明实现认知访谈目标的策略。创造性和精心的规划、对发展因素的关注以及文化价值观的融入对于这种方法的成功至关重要。
