Richard A. Crosby|Laura F. Salazar|Ralph J. DiClemente|Delia L. Lang
Balancing rigor against the inherent limitations of investigating hard-to-reach populations
University of Kentucky|Georgia Department of Public Health|Georgia Department of Public Health|Emory University|Georgia Department of Public Health
maintaining rigor research critical however need must balanced necessity conducting studies populations inherent barriers exist relative key issues recruitment attrition sampling sample size assessment techniques psychometric rigor identification mediators moderators practical relevance research question ultimately value study health promotion judged practicality research question within context target population striking perfect balance rigor practicality field question health promotion researchers professionals need determine ongoing dialogue debate