We had a jam-packed 90 minute discussion of theory at the last SHaRe meeting. I’m posting here the articles that fuelled our conversation. If I’ve forgotten any, please add them in the comments below!

Imenda S. Is There a Conceptual Difference between Theoretical and Conceptual Frameworks? J Soc Sci. 2014;38(2):185–95.

Andersen R, Newman JF. Societal and Individual Determinants of Medical Care Utilization in the United States. Milbank Quarterly. 2005 Dec 1;83(4).

Durand M-A, Stiel M, Boivin J, Elwyn G. Where is the theory? Evaluating the theoretical frameworks described in decision support technologies. Patient Education and Counseling. 2008 Apr 1;71(1):125–35.

Donabedian A. The quality of care: How can it be assessed? JAMA. 1988 Sep 23;260(12):1743–8.

Kitson AL, Rycroft-Malone J, Harvey G, McCormack B, Seers K, Titchen A. Evaluating the successful implementation of evidence into practice using the PARiHS framework: theoretical and practical challenges. Implementation Science. 2008 Jan 7;3(1):1.

Eccles M, Grimshaw J, Walker A, Johnston M, Pitts N. Changing the behavior of healthcare professionals: the use of theory in promoting the uptake of research findings. Journal of Clinical Epidemiology. 2005 Feb;58(2):107–12.