Apart from the characteristics and advantages, the session also discussed the disadvantages of the concept. The method has also been criticised for its inability to elicit as rich and in-depth information on this sensitive topic as other data collection methods (Zuselo, Curran & Zaserman 2012). Kitzinger (1994) suggested that focus group discussion might censure deviation from group standards inhibiting open discussion and privacy of participants.
In relation to the companion article, Kaljee & Beardsley (1992) did not specifically indicate the use …show more content…
These qualitative research studies highlight the need for qualitative research methodology especially to depict the exact experiences of participants. For instance, Charmaz (1999) discusses suffering in her article linking it to real life experiences of women suffering from chronic diseases. Their sufferings were vividly presented in detail that one could picture or imagine how they were