Mixed methods can be applied in various ways within epidemiological studies:
Sequential Explanatory Design: This involves collecting and analyzing quantitative data first, followed by qualitative data to explain or build upon the initial results. Sequential Exploratory Design: This starts with qualitative data collection and analysis to develop hypotheses, followed by quantitative research to test these hypotheses. Concurrent Triangulation Design: Both quantitative and qualitative data are collected simultaneously, with the aim of corroborating findings from both approaches.
