Bauquier C, Pannard M, Baillat L, Tavernon C, Sevenne M, Denieul C, Segaud E, Chatelier J, Jean-Daubias S, Mouline M, Gerard A, Préau M
Can J Public Health . 2026 Mar;117(Suppl 1):45-58
doi : 10.17269/s41997-025-01138-x.
PMID: 42053919
ABSTRACT
Aims: In 2023, training in individual research interviewing was developed and implemented by social psychology researchers to enable patient researchers from the IMPAQT research group to participate in the data collection for the Ancolies project. The training was aimed at intra-individual changes (increased knowledge, sense of efficacy, and development of skills) based on interpersonal processes (sharing of experience, social support) which were part of a positive group dynamic pre-existing the training. The aim of this study was to evaluate the training.
Methods: To meet the research objectives, several tools were developed : (1) an observation grid; (2) a voice recording of the second training module; and (3) a short questionnaire completed at the end of the training day.
Results: The three patient researchers who participated in the training reported that they felt capable of conducting interviews during the Ancolies project. Several learning dynamics related to the participants' experience were highlighted : Sharing research experiences provided informational support that facilitated knowledge acquisition, while sharing illness experiences enhanced the credibility of role-playing exercises and strengthened the patient researchers' skills in conducting interviews. A single day of training, however, proved insufficient for all the participants.
Conclusion: The training appears to promote the commitment and skill development of patient researchers, despite being limited to a single-day format.
Keywords: Community-based research; Evaluation; Group dynamics; Training.
