Quantitative and qualitative data analysis
WL
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Quantitative analyses were conducted on feasibility, acceptability, and potential efficacy measures across AP, AE, and WL groups in order to determine whether trial outcomes differed as a result of initial condition allocation (e.g., greater attrition in WL participants, greater AP or AE changes in activity levels compared to no intervention).Percent attrition rates, at what point attrition occurred, number of sessions attended (mean and median estimates in the event of extreme values), and group helpfulness and enjoyableness ratings, were calculated to inform feasibility and acceptability conclusions. Missing data and reasons for drop-out and non-attendance are reported.Quantitative data were analysed using R statistical software version 4.1.2 [Qualitative data were transcribed verbatim by the first author (AK1) and research assistants (EC1, AK2, WW), with personally identifiable information removed. Qualitative data were analysed using an interpretive description thematic summary framework [As all participants received the PSQ, and 30% of participants received the exit interview, pre-specifying saturation was not possible. Potential themes relevant to acceptability were discussed in peer debriefing sessions among the supervisory team and with patient representatives using select transcripts of participants reporting positive and negative group experiences. Constructed themes were considered in light of the reflexivity entries completed by research assistants conducting the interviews and were informed by quantitative self-reported helpfulness and enjoyableness ratings of participants. Pseudonyms are used to present the data.