| Participants | Data collection | Data analysis |
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Phase 1 | 3 advisors in Plymouth PCT (South West England). | Field notes and reflective diary. Observation of clinics and discussions with advisors, throughout 3 cycles of collaborative action research | Identified pros and cons of each adaptation of the intervention, with advisors. |
Phase 2 (Aim 1) | 7 advisors in South Birmingham PCT (Midlands) working with groups in clinics. 1 advisor in Plymouth working with individuals. | Surveys of advisors' physical activity promotion actions, beliefs, and personal characteristics, before training and after implementation. Field notes, reflective diary, interviews and discussions with advisors regarding their beliefs and progress. | Paired t tests to compare pre and post training and intervention delivery. |
Phase 2 (Aim 2) | 111 clients took a self-help guide. 72 clients (32% male) (15 of whom were seen individually in Plymouth) completed T1 surveys, but only 27 at T2. | Surveys of quitters' use of physical activity, beliefs, and personal characteristics. Field notes, reflective diary, interviews and discussions with advisors regarding clients' beliefs and progress. | Paired t tests to compare pre and post the 6/7 week Stop Smoking Clinic intervention, using intent to treat (i.e. all those completing survey at T1). |