Identifying research gaps in substance use disorder: A systematic methodology and prioritized list

Kelber, Marija Spanovic; Morgan, Maria A.; Beech, Erin H.; Workman, Don E.; Evatt, Daniel P.; Belsher, Bradley E.; Wilson, Anna; Otto, Jean; Campbell, Marjorie S.

doi:10.1080/00952990.2018.1558229

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“…We completed research gap analysis reports on PTSD, depression, SUD, and adjustment disorders in 2016, 2017, and 2018, respectively 14,24,25,47,48. The primary end-users of those reports were agencies charged with developing program announcements for new research.…”

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“…Key features of the research gap methodology include (a) use of authoritative source reports—government reports, policy documents, reports by nonprofit and international organizations, and clinical guidelines—to identify gaps across a broad area of research, (b) reliance on subject-matter experts to conduct literature searches in order to substantiate and refine research gaps, and (c) engagement of stakeholders at key points to assess the importance and impact of this work for researchers and policy-makers (Kelber et al, 2019; Otto et al, 2018). Categorizing the identified gaps according to the specifications of the National Research Action Plan (NRAP) research continuum (Department of Defense [DoD] et al, 2013) allows the identification of specific domains of under-researched topics, such as etiology or prevention and screening.…”

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“…However, stakeholder opinions, when unverified by existing research, may be subject to bias and may not be comprehensive or systematic. Recently, PHCoE developed a methodology that integrates these different approaches in order to provide more comprehensive, objective, and systematic procedures for identifying and prioritizing research gaps in psychological health (Kelber et al, 2019; Otto et al, 2018). Paradoxically, the relative dearth of research in the field of adjustment disorders makes research gap identification more complex, requiring systematic yet flexible methods to identify and prioritize gaps.…”

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Adjustment disorders: A research gaps analysis.

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Psychological Services

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Adjustment disorders are among the most commonly diagnosed mental health disorders in both civilian and military clinical settings. Despite their high prevalence, adjustment disorders have received little research attention. The many gaps in our understanding of this group of disorders hinder the development of adequate, evidence-based treatment protocols. This study utilizes a systematic methodology to identify and prioritize research gaps in adjustment disorders. We used authoritative source reports to identify gaps in research domains from foundational science to services research. Subject-matter experts conducted literature searches to substantiate and refine research gaps, and stakeholders assessed the importance and impact of this work for researchers and policy-makers. We identified 254 possible research-needs statements, which were ultimately reduced to 11 final, prioritized research gaps. Two gaps addressed prevention and screening and three addressed treatment and services research. Six gaps addressed foundational science, epidemiology, and etiology research domains, highlighting the need for basic research. Until some of the basic science questions are resolved (e.g., diagnostic clarity, valid screening, and assessment measures) about adjustment disorders, we may not be able to develop adequate evidencebased interventions for the disorders, and it will be difficult to understand the trajectory of these disorders throughout treatment. Impact StatementConsiderable gaps in the knowledge on adjustment disorders hinder the development of evidence-based treatments and impact practices of clinicians, policy-makers, and researchers involved in organized care settings. The current effort synthesizes existing research and distills 254 research-needs statements into 11 high-priority gaps in the adjustment disorders literature. Findings highlight the need for targeted screening and assessment tools so that evidence-informed prevention and interventions can be developed.

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“…Our research gaps analysis methodology (Kelber et al, 2019; Otto et al, 2018) comprised three key phases: (1) compilation of evidence gaps identified in authoritative source documents (e.g., clinical practice guidelines, systematic reviews, government reports, policy documents, reports by nonprofit and international organizations), (2) review of scientific literature by subject‐matter experts to further substantiate and refine research gaps, and (3) rating and prioritization of the research gaps in phases 1 and 2 by external stakeholders.…”

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“…The goal of this gap analysis was to assist Department of Defense (DoD) funding agencies optimize their investments in future research on suicide prevention and to guide the future efforts of researchers in addressing the most important research needs. Systematic approaches to prioritizing research needs (Kelber et al, 2019; Otto et al, 2018; Robinson et al, 2011) can help reduce the research of topics with low relevance or importance (Chalmers & Glasziou, 2009). Having relevant stakeholders, including patients, clinicians, advocates, funders, and researchers, contribute to the prioritization of gaps can further ensure that the most pertinent areas of need are being addressed and minimizes the likelihood of waste related to researchers who design studies to answer irrelevant questions (Nyanchoka et al, 2019).…”

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A systematic analysis and prioritization of suicide prevention research gaps

Workman

Kelber

et al. 2021

Suicide & Life Threat Behav

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Objective This study identified and prioritized research gaps for suicide prevention in the Department of Defense to inform future research investments. Methods The 2019 VA/DoD Clinical Practice Guideline for the Assessment and Management of Patients at Risk for Suicide was the primary source document for research gaps, supplemented by an updated literature search. Institutional stakeholders rated the identified research gaps and ranked the gap categories. We used Q factor analysis to derive a list of the prioritized research gaps and category rankings. Results Thirty‐five research gaps were identified and prioritized. The highest rated research gap topic was lethal means safety interventions and their effectiveness in increasing safety behaviors and/or reducing suicide‐related outcomes. Research on the effectiveness of crisis response planning and several other non‐pharmacological interventions (e.g., implementation of cognitive‐behavioral therapy, technology‐based behavioral interventions, and applications of dialectical behavior therapy to non‐Borderline patients) were also rated highly by stakeholders. Conclusions This work generated a list of priorities for future suicide research as evaluated by Departments of Defense and Veterans Affairs stakeholders. Our findings can help guide the efforts of suicide researchers and inform decisions about future research funding for suicide prevention.

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Identifying research gaps in substance use disorder: A systematic methodology and prioritized list

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Establishing an Evidence Synthesis Capability For Psychological Health Topics in the Military Health System

Establishing an Evidence Synthesis Capability For Psychological Health Topics in the Military Health System

Adjustment disorders: A research gaps analysis.

A systematic analysis and prioritization of suicide prevention research gaps

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