• JOURNEY TO THE BOTTOM OF MULTIPLE REGRESSION

    By: Aly Diana Multiple regression analysis is a cornerstone technique in scientific research for understanding complex relationships among variables. This powerful statistical method allows us to examine the effects of multiple predictors on a single outcome while controlling for other variables. Although I have practiced multiple regression analysis repeatedly, I must admit that I sometimes

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  • WHY PILOT STUDY AND OTHER STUDY REGISTRATION MATTERS MORE THAN WE THINK

    By: Aly Diana Not long ago, a journal asked me to submit a clinical registration number for a pilot study I had conducted. I had registered my main randomized controlled trial (RCT), but not the pilot study. It turns out the CON-SORT statement includes a checklist for pilot and feasibility studies (the CONSORT checklist of

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  • ELEVATING RESEARCH WITH PHOTOVOICE: AMPLIFYING VOICES TO BE HEARD

    By: Aly Diana Photovoice, a participatory action research methodology, represents a significant evolution in how data is collected, analyzed, and utilized in various fields, including healthcare. This approach empowers participants to capture images reflecting their personal experiences, insights, and environments, offering a rich visual narrative that complements traditional research methods. The essence of Photovoice lies

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  • THE POWER OF WORDS:EMBRACING PERSON-CENTERED LANGUAGE FOR A HOPEFUL WORLD

    By: Aly Diana Language shapes our beliefs and may influence our behaviors. Language matters. It impacts how we think about ourselves, as individuals within our families and within society. Language is a powerful tool; while some words may make a person feel uplifted or supported, others may make them feel disrespected, stigmatized, or harmed. We

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