<p>This book provides a comprehensive overview of the latest theory and practice on Patient and Public Involvement (PPI) in research. Its seven chapters cover the historical and conceptual background; the various ways implementation can be approached and how they are put into practice; ethical considerations and critical perspectives, including on the potentially negative impacts of PPI; approaches to meaningful evaluation; a step by-step guide to planning PPI and conclusions with considerations for future research. Drawing on current literature, this book provides an essential reference work for research students and all who want to better understand PPI in practice. It offers exercises to address key questions, case examples and a checklist for planning PPI and includes a valuable glossary of terms.</p>

Patient and Public Involvement in Health and Social Care Research: An Introduction to Theory and Practice

Business & Money

Grotz, Jurgen

Ledgard, Mary

Poland, Fiona

Economics

PALGRAVE~MACMILLAN

<p><div> <div> <p>This book provides a comprehensive overview of the latest theory and practice for volunteer involvement. It represents a milestone for knowledge of how and why volunteers become involved and will be essential reading for practitioners, policy makers and funders. Offering exercises and examples from practice, it introduces concepts for understanding volunteers' agency and for critically assessing ways in which those who seek to involve volunteers can respond to rapidly changing environments. The authors draw on a combination of theoretical perspectives and practical experiences to develop approaches based on individuals and community strengths and assets, underlining the need for conviviality, respect and enjoyment in volunteer involvement.</p> <br /></div> </div> <div><br /></div></p>

Volunteer Involvement: An Introduction to Theory and Practice

Politics & Social Sciences

Leonard, Ruth

Social Sciences

Volunteer Involvement in UK Universities: Inclusion, Excellence, Impact (Rethinking University-Community Policy Connections)

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