Use of Web and In-Person Survey Modes to Gather Data From Young Adults on Sex and Drug Use

Barbara J. McMorris, Renee S. Petrie, Richard F. Catalano, Charles B. Fleming, Kevin P. Haggerty and Robert D. Abbott
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Barbara J. McMorris: University of Washington, Seattle
Renee S. Petrie: University of Washington, Seattle
Richard F. Catalano: University of Washington, Seattle
Charles B. Fleming: University of Washington, Seattle, cnbflem@u.washington.edu
Kevin P. Haggerty: University of Washington, Seattle
Robert D. Abbott: University of Washington, Seattle

Evaluation Review, 2009, vol. 33, issue 2, 138-158

Abstract: In a randomized test of mixed-mode data collection strategies, 386 participants in the Raising Healthy Children (RHC) Project were either (a) asked to complete a survey via the Internet and later offered the opportunity to complete the survey in person or (b) first offered an in-person survey, with the Web follow-up. The Web-first condition resulted in cost savings although the overall completion rates for the 2 conditions were similar. On average, in-person-first condition participants completed surveys earlier in the field period than Web-first condition participants. Based on intent-to-treat analyses, little evidence of condition effects on response bias, with respect to rates or levels of reported behavior, was found.

Keywords: Web survey; mixed-mode; longitudinal panel; substance use; sexual behavior; sensitive behavior (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2009
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DOI: 10.1177/0193841X08326463

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