ART focus groups
In June 2021 we ran two focus groups to obtain feedback and input on ART measures and long-term remote monitoring. On 2 June we ran a virtual Young Persons’ Mental Health Advisory Group session with eight participants who have lived experience of using mental health services. The participants provided feedback on many aspects of study design, including: preferences on the type of a wearable device for long-term monitoring; information to include in information sheets; the nature and amount of incentives; frequency of contact by research staff during remote monitoring; and the importance of recruiting from areas that ensures representation from minority ethnic groups.
On 23 June we ran a second focus group with six adults with ADHD, whose feedback has been incorporated in the ART-CARMA study design, including: format and frequency of a medication questionnaire; the usefulness of regular reminders to complete the questionnaires; how to keep in touch with participants during remote monitoring; and positive views on future sharing of data with clinicians. A very big thank you to all the focus group participants for their invaluable feedback!