Our methods for data collection
At Humanized Solutions, we specialize in utilizing Social Sciences and Humanities (SSH) methods to enhance patient and public involvement and engagement (PPIE) in healthcare research and development. Our innovative approach ensures that healthcare solutions are not only technologically advanced but also deeply aligned with the real-world needs and aspirations of end-users.
At Humanized Solutions: Utilizing Diverse Social Sciences and Humanities methods and techniques
What Are Social Sciences and Humanities (SSH) Methods?
Social Sciences and Humanities (SSH) methods encompass a range of research techniques used to understand human behavior, experiences, and interactions. These methods include qualitative approaches like interviews and focus groups, participatory techniques like co-design workshops, and narrative methods such as storytelling. By incorporating these diverse perspectives, SSH methods provide a comprehensive understanding of patient and public needs, preferences, and lived experiences.
Our approach is therapeutic-area agnostic, applicable across all healthcare sectors.
At Humanized Solutions, we believe in the power of diverse methodologies to capture the full spectrum of patient and public perspectives. By integrating various social sciences and humanities methods, we ensure comprehensive and meaningful involvement in research and development.
Explore some of the methods and techniques we use to collect data:
Qualitative Research Methods
- Focus Groups
- Storytelling and narrative medicine
- In-depth interviews
- Case studies
- Ethnographic observation
- Patient Journey Mapping
- Photovoice
- Reflective journals or diaries
- Content analysis
Quantitative Research Methods
- Surveys and questionnaires
- Experiments
- Longitudinal Studies
- Secondary Data Analysis
Participatory Research Methods
- Co-design workshops and sessions
- Participatory design
- Participatory Action Research (PAR)
- Community-Based Participatory Research (CBPR)
- Feedback mechanisms
- Delphi process
- Community mapping
- Town Hall meetings
- World Café methodology
- Stakeholder workshops and groups discussions
- Public consultations
- Nominal group technique
- Consensus development conferences
We are the link between the patient’s and public’s voice and the healthcare ecosystem
Our Areas
Therapeutic Areas of Expertise at Humanized Solutions At Humanized Solutions, we are dedicated to advancing healthcare by integrating Social Sciences and Humanities (SSH) methods into patient and public involvement and engagement (PPIE) activities. Our expertise spans a wide range of therapeutic areas, including those prioritized by the EU. Here are some of the key areas we have been involved in:
Cardiovascular Diseases
(e.g. Coronary Artery Disease)
Neurodegenerative Diseases
(e.g. Epilepsy; ALS; Alzheimer and Parkinson)
Infectious Diseases
(e.g. Post-acute Infection syndromes)
Musculoskeletal Diseases
(e.g. Sarcopenia)
Mental Health
(e.g. Psychosis and Severe Mental Disorder)
Rare Diseases
(e.g. Mast Cell Activation Syndrome and CDG)
Respiratory
(e.g. Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
Chronic Diseases
(e.g. Diabetes, Obesity, Osteoporosis and Irritable Bowel Syndrome)
Oncology
(e.g. Colorectal, Testicular, Breast, Endometrial, Leukemia, and others)