Research and scholarly methods: Thematic analysis

Thematic analysis (TA) is a commonly used approach in qualitative research. TA has been widely applied various disciplines such as psychology, sociology, and anthropology, now increasingly employed pharmacy healthcare However, researchers may not be familiar with TA. The objectives of this manuscript are to succinctly describe the process for explained through six steps Braun Clark it applies or healthcare-related research, discuss how rigor achieved studies, provide an overview software that available assist TA, offer comparisons quantitative where appropriate demonstrate contrast techniques