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August 15, 2025Indian Journal of Psychological MedicineOpen Access

Understanding the Contours of a Successful Digitally Driven Capacity Building Program for Primary Care Doctors: A Mixed Method Study from a High-performing District of Southern India

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HSHarshada ShahCSChandana SabbellaPHPrakyath Ravindranath Hegde

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Overview

Mixed-method study reveals improved KAP scores and diagnostic concordance among primary care doctors, indicating effective digital mental health training.

Key Points

  • Udupi district's primary care doctors achieved a significant increase in KAP scores post-training, indicating improved knowledge and practices.
  • Approximately 68.12% of doctors participated in at least three training sessions, outperforming counterparts from other regions.
  • The study employed a mixed-method approach, analyzing KAP changes and diagnostic concordance through collaborative video consultations.
  • The favorable outcomes suggest that strong administrative support and engagement were vital for the program's success in Udupi district.

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Shah et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68af55dead7bf08b1eadcab8https://doi.org/10.1177/02537176251358470
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