Toolkit 18: Using diaries in research with people with dementia
Ruth Bartlett, Health Sciences, University of Southampton, December 2011
Summary
This toolkit describes the use of written, photo and audio diary methods in mixed method research with people with dementia and considers how this approach affected the research process and findings. Using written and oral diaries allowed people more flexibility and control over their participation, as well as supporting recall. The toolkit discusses some of the practical aspects of using this approach, including how the method was implemented, and offers some useful advice for avoiding potential pitfalls.
- Using diaries in research with people with dementia toolkit
- Sample instruction leaflet given to written diarists
- Ruth Bartlett's staff web page
Other toolkits on participatory methods:
- Toolkit 17: Using participatory visual methods
- Toolkit 04: Participant produced video
- Toolkit 03: Participatory mapping: An innovative sociological method