Arts-Based Intervention Interview Guide

Abstract

The Arts-Based Intervention Interview Guide (Chandler, Catanzaro, & Siette, 2024) is a specialized instrument developed for the qualitative assessment of participants’ experiences following engagement with an arts-based intervention focused on dementia risk reduction (DRR). Consisting of 10 semi-structured items, this guide is theoretically grounded in the principles of the Health Belief Model (HBM). It was designed specifically for an Australian adult sample to explore key areas including exhibit engagement, perceived learning outcomes, and subsequent potential for behavioral changes. It is important to note that as of its initial publication, no data regarding the reliability or validity of this measure have been reported.

Keywords

Arts-Based Intervention, Dementia Risk Reduction, Health Belief Model, Qualitative Interview Guide, Public Health, Behavioral Change, Australia, Gerontology.

Authors

Connor R. A. Chandler, Michelle Catanzaro, Joyce Siette.

Purpose

The primary aim of the Arts-Based Intervention Interview Guide is to systematically evaluate the immediate and potential long-term effectiveness of an arts-based intervention designed to educate the public about dementia risk factors. By utilizing open-ended questions, the guide seeks to capture rich, nuanced data regarding how participants process information presented in the exhibit and whether this processing translates into motivation for behavioral changes related to brain health and prevention strategies.

Specifically, the guide serves as a structured tool for researchers to conduct a deductive thematic analysis of participants’ perceptions, thereby assessing the efficacy of non-traditional public health campaigns in promoting proactive health behaviors focused on dementia risk reduction.

Construct

The scale measures Arts-Based Dementia Risk Reduction Attitudes and Behavioral Intentions. This construct encompasses the examination of participants’ cognitive and affective responses to the public health exhibit, focusing specifically on shifts in attitudes toward dementia and subsequent intentions or actual shifts in behavior following exposure to the arts-based intervention.

The underlying theoretical framework is the Health Belief Model (HBM), which posits that health behavior change is dependent on the individual’s perceptions of susceptibility, severity, benefits, and barriers. The interview items are designed to elicit responses that map onto these HBM components regarding dementia risk reduction strategies.

Validity

As of the initial reporting by Chandler, Catanzaro, & Siette (2024), no formal validity data have been published for the Arts-Based Intervention Interview Guide. This means that rigorous quantitative analyses, such as construct validity (e.g., convergent, divergent) or criterion validity, have not yet been established.

However, as a qualitative instrument designed for use in the context of a specific intervention evaluation, its validity relies heavily on the quality of the interview protocols and the subsequent thematic analysis. The items possess strong face validity, as they directly address the core objectives of the dementia risk reduction exhibit and the tenets of the Health Belief Model.

Reliability

Similar to validity, no formal reliability data have been reported for this measure. Given its nature as a semi-structured interview guide (a qualitative tool), traditional measures of internal consistency (like Cronbach’s alpha) are not applicable.

In future research utilizing this guide, reliability would typically be established through measures of inter-rater reliability during the coding and thematic analysis process of the transcripts, ensuring consistency in interpretation across researchers.

Factor Analysis

No factor analysis has been conducted on the Arts-Based Intervention Interview Guide. Factor analysis is a statistical technique used primarily for quantitative scales to determine underlying dimensions or factors. Since this instrument consists of 10 open-ended, semi-structured items intended for qualitative assessment, factor analysis is neither necessary nor appropriate for its intended use.

Instrument

Test Type: Interview Schedule/Guide

Format: Semi-structured interview, utilizing open-ended questions designed for qualitative assessment.

Language Available: English (Original research conducted in Australia).

Population Group: General Adult Population.

Age Group: 18–84 years

Population Details: Male and female adults residing in Australia who attended an interactive public exhibition focused on dementia awareness and dementia risk reduction.

Test Methodology: Qualitative assessment administered via interview. The 10 items guide a conversation to capture detailed narratives about perceived learning and motivation for behavioral changes.

Keywords

Qualitative methodology, Interview Schedule, Dementia Awareness, Public Health Campaigns, Cognitive Health, Health Behavior Model, Australian Sample, Open-ended response.

Authors

Author ORCID Identifier: 0000-0001-9568-5847 (Joyce Siette)

Affiliation Email addresses: [email protected]

Correspondence Address: Western Sydney University, MARCS Institute for Brain, Behaviour and Development.

Permissions & Fee and Test Year

Test Year: 2024

Permissions and Fee: Information regarding formal permissions and licensing fees for wider use of the interview guide is not explicitly detailed in the originating publication. Researchers interested in utilizing this specific 10-item guide should contact the corresponding author, Joyce Siette, for permission and usage details. The instrument itself is published within an academic journal article accessible via DOI.

Reference’s

Chandler, C. R. A., Catanzaro, M., & Siette, J. (2024). “I know now that it’s something that you can do something about”: Deductive thematic analysis of experiences at an arts-based dementia risk reduction exhibit. Archives of Gerontology and Geriatrics, 123, 1–11. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.archger.2024.105440

Becker, M. H., & Janz, N. K. (1985). The Health Belief Model applied to understanding and predicting health behaviors. Health Education Quarterly, 12(1), 169–195.

Items of the Arts-Based Intervention Interview Guide

IMPORTANT: The following scale items must be preserved in their original language and must not be changed in any way.

The following items constitute the Arts-Based Intervention Interview Guide, designed to gather qualitative data regarding participant experiences and perceptions.

1. Describe your experience of the exhibit.

2. Evaluate whether the exhibit altered your perception of dementia. If so, specify the precise changes in your understanding.

3. Assess if the exhibit motivated you to modify your lifestyle. Provide justification for your response.

4. Summarize your key takeaway message from the exhibit.

5. Identify any aspects of the exhibit that you found unsatisfactory.

6. Suggest potential improvements to the exhibit.

7. Determine the optimal settings and target audiences for dementia prevention art exhibits. Indicate if you have prior experience with similar exhibits.

8. Explain how arts-based campaigns can enhance motivation to adopt lifestyle modifications beneficial for brain health.

9. Analyze the impact of different modalities (e.g., face-to-face, online, augmented reality, virtual reality) on your experience. Evaluate how these modes influence potential behavioral changes.

10. Identify factors that promote actual behavioral change (e.g., strategies to enhance motivation for exercise or healthier dietary habits). Discuss potential variations in these needs across different age groups.