Exploring attitudes about evidence-based practice among speech-language pathologists: A survey of Japan and Malaysia.
Int J Speech Lang Pathol
; 23(6): 662-671, 2021 12.
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ABSTRACT
Purpose:
To investigate speech-language pathologists' current perceptions, previous training experiences, resources, barriers, and training needs in terms of evidence-based practices (EBPs) in two Asian countries.Method:
Their knowledge and attitudes about EBP were explored using an online questionnaire. A descriptive analysis was conducted with consideration of the effect of demographic variables on knowledge and attitudes about EBP.Result:
Malaysian speech-language pathologists (n = 98) displayed more positive attitudes toward EBPs, with a significantly higher (t (143) = 5.91, p < .01) total mean score (Mean = 120.7, SD = 11) compared to the Japanese speech-language pathologists (n = 47, Mean = 107.8, SD = 13.5). Malaysian practitioners who were female, worked full-time, and worked in government settings reported higher motivation to develop EBP skills. Japanese practitioners who worked in private sectors reported higher EBPs training needs than those in government settings. In both countries, speech-language pathologists with higher education levels tended to express fewer perceived barriers towards EBP.Conclusion:
Findings could help local governance and speech-language pathologist associations to understand the current practices and professional development needs of speech-language pathologists, leading to more effective training programs and educating employers and managers who can reinforce EBP among practitioners.Palabras clave
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Base de datos:
MEDLINE
Asunto principal:
Patología del Habla y Lenguaje
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Patólogos
Tipo de estudio:
Qualitative_research
Límite:
Female
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Humans
País/Región como asunto:
Asia
Idioma:
En
Revista:
Int J Speech Lang Pathol
Asunto de la revista:
PATOLOGIA DA FALA E LINGUAGEM
Año:
2021
Tipo del documento:
Article
País de afiliación:
Malasia