2.7. Data Analysis
WL
This pilot trial employed methodological triangulation as each objective of the trial utilized quantitative and qualitative methods to analyze its respective elements. Both quantitative and qualitative data were obtained and analyzed separately and combined at the interpretation phase to obtain a more nuanced understanding of the results.Trial feasibility outcomes were analyzed descriptively. Mental health outcomes (stress, wellbeing, and mindfulness) were analyzed using descriptive statistics, and means with standard deviation were reported. The mean differences between MTC and WL groups and the 95% confidence interval (CI) were estimated.Trial acceptability outcomes were analyzed narratively. The narrative records for this outcome (including suggestions for improvement of videoconferencing mode) were analyzed with semi-structured interview transcripts.Intervention acceptability outcomes were analyzed narratively. A detailed qualitative analysis was performed. The 18 semi-structured interviews conducted with participants, the session notes of the facilitator, and participant-filled worksheets were subjected to reflexive thematic analysis [