Kristen Sorocco, Joseph Mignogna, Michael R. Kauth, Natalie Hundt, Melinda A. Stanley, Elyse Thakur, Chelsea G. Ratcliff and Jeffrey A. Cully
The purpose of study was to assess the impact of an online training program for a brief cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) that integrated physical health management designed for…
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Purpose
The purpose of study was to assess the impact of an online training program for a brief cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) that integrated physical health management designed for use by mental health providers in the primary care setting.
Design/methodology/approach
In total, 19 providers from two Veterans Health Administration (VHA) medical centers completed online training as part of a larger trial. Statistical analyses compared provider self-reported CBT knowledge and abilities at pretraining, posttraining, and long-term follow-up. Additionally, data were collected on providers’ experiences of the training.
Findings
Providers’ baseline to post-training scores improved on general CBT knowledge and ability, as well as across 11 CBT principles and techniques. Post-training scores were maintained over time.
Research limitations/implications
A small sample size, sole focus on VHA data, and reliance on self-report measures are limitations of the study.
Practical implications
Qualitative data suggested training was feasible, acceptable, and potentially scalable; however, a one-size-fits-all approach may not be ideal.
Originality/value
Online training has potential for providing wider access to providers with limited access to traditional face-to-face training.
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Muhammad Burhan, Omar Abou Hamdan, Hussain Tariq, Zahid Hameed and Rana Muhammad Naeem
This study examines the influence of contextual factors (e.g. age and ownership type) on HRM formality (including the underlying functions of recruitment, selection, training and…
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Purpose
This study examines the influence of contextual factors (e.g. age and ownership type) on HRM formality (including the underlying functions of recruitment, selection, training and development, performance appraisal and compensation) in SMEs.
Design/methodology/approach
Data were collected through a quantitative survey of 300 owners/managers of services, manufacturing and trade SMEs in Pakistan.
Findings
Firm age, association with a larger parent entity, existence of a strategic business plan and the presence of a human resource information system (HRIS) are positively related with higher HRM formality. Firm size, family ownership and exporting characteristics had no association with formality.
Practical implications
This study suggests a highly influential role for contextual factors in shaping HRM practices in Pakistani SMEs. Since the lack of a strategic approach towards human resource development is directly linked to the inferior performance of SMEs in Pakistan, this study provides an understanding of the contextual institutional setting that shapes the nature of HRM practices. The findings inform both SME owners/managers and policy makers.
Originality/value
Institutional influences on HRM systems have attracted attention but organisational factors are less often studied. Studies mostly relate to Western contexts and lack perspectives from SMEs. The findings of this empirical investigation highlight the importance of context specific research given the different nature of institutional settings.