Corrigendum to “Using a positive deviance approach to inform farming systems redesign: A case study from Bihar, India” Agricultural Systems 185 (2020) 102942
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DOI: 10.1016/j.agsy.2021.103054
Abstract: The authors regret that in Table 2 of our article, two values are incorrect. The second value in column 4 (Type 3), 12 TLU ha−1 is replaced by ‘2 heads’ and the second value in… read more here.
Keywords: agricultural systems; corrigendum using; 2020 102942; deviance approach ... See more keywords
A Community‐Based Positive Deviance/Hearth Infant and Young Child Nutrition Intervention in Ecuador Improved Diet and Reduced Underweight
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jneb.2016.10.007
Abstract: Objective: Underweight and stunting are serious problems in Ecuador that require interventions in the first 2 years of life. The researchers assessed the effectiveness of a Positive Deviance (PD)/Hearth community‐based intervention using local foods to… read more here.
Keywords: intervention; child; infant young; nutrition ... See more keywords
Investigating improvements in premature death in two rural, majority-minority counties in the south
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DOI: 10.1016/j.ssmph.2020.100618
Abstract: This exploratory study investigates counties in the southeast United States with mortality outcomes that were better than might be expected given their sociodemographic profiles (i.e., positive deviance). This study seeks to understand the community characteristics… read more here.
Keywords: informant interviews; community; key informant; county ... See more keywords
Using Positive Deviance in the prevention and control of MRSA infections in a Colombian hospital: a time-series analysis
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DOI: 10.1017/s095026881600306x
Abstract: SUMMARY Positive Deviance (PD) is a process to achieve a social and cultural change. This strategy has been used for the control of methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) infection in some health institutions in the United… read more here.
Keywords: time series; mrsa infections; control; positive deviance ... See more keywords
What distinguishes positive deviance (PD) health professionals from their peers and what impact does a PD intervention have on behaviour change: a cross-sectional study of infection control and prevention in three Israeli hospitals
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DOI: 10.1017/s0950268820002484
Abstract: Abstract Past studies using the positive deviance (PD) approach in the field of infection prevention and control (IPC) have primarily focused on impacts on healthcare-associated infection rates. This research aimed to determine if health professionals… read more here.
Keywords: change; health professionals; control; infection ... See more keywords
Positive Deviance in Theory and Practice: A Conceptual Review
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DOI: 10.1080/01639625.2017.1286194
Abstract: ABSTRACT The term “positive deviance” has become increasingly popular in recent years, resulting in the co-existence of multiple definitions and applications scattered among diverse sources of academic literature. The aim of this paper is to… read more here.
Keywords: review positive; deviance; theory practice; deviance theory ... See more keywords
Program Impact Pathway of the Positive Deviance/Hearth Interactive Voice Calling Program in a Peri-Urban Context of Cambodia
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DOI: 10.1093/cdn/nzac045
Abstract: ABSTRACT Background Positive Deviance/Hearth (PDH) is an internationally recognized nutrition rehabilitation program. However, nutritional improvements are inconsistent across contexts. It is unclear if variations are due to differences in program design, implementation, utilization, or other… read more here.
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A Practical Guide to Using the Positive Deviance Method in Health Services Research
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DOI: 10.1111/1475-6773.12524
Abstract: OBJECTIVE To provide practical tips for health services researchers considering the use of positive deviance (PD) methods to help explain variations in quality of care or other meaningful parameters. DATA SOURCES Published literature and personal… read more here.
Keywords: health; positive deviance; services research; health services ... See more keywords
A positive deviance approach to improve familial authorization for organ donation
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DOI: 10.1111/ctr.13488
Abstract: The current study evaluates the Positive Deviance Donation Collaborative, a communication training program designed to identify and disseminate behaviors of requesters with above‐average rates of familial authorization to organ donation. The program initiated with a… read more here.
Keywords: familial authorization; organ donation; donation; authorization ... See more keywords
Detecting organisational innovations leading to improved ICU outcomes: a protocol for a double-blinded national positive deviance study of critical care delivery
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DOI: 10.1136/bmjopen-2017-015930
Abstract: Introduction There is substantial variability in intensive care unit (ICU) utilisation and quality of care. However, the factors that drive this variation are poorly understood. This study uses a novel adaptation of positive deviance approach—a… read more here.
Keywords: organisational innovations; intensive care; study; care ... See more keywords
6 Applying a positive deviance framework to the prevention of sexual intimate partner violence in 30 low- and middle-income countries
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DOI: 10.1136/injuryprev-2017-042560.6
Abstract: Statement of purpose This study examines whether positive deviance to specific community norms is associated with experiences of sexual intimate partner violence (IPV) among women in 30 low- and middle-income countries. Methods/approach Positive deviants are… read more here.
Keywords: violence; community; ipv; deviance ... See more keywords