Reflections on the use of participatory mapping to study everyday health information seeking by LGBTQ youth. Issue 1 (27th December 2016)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Freund, Luanne; Hawkins, Blake; Saewyc, Elizabeth
• Is Part Of: Proceedings of the Association for Information Science and Technology. Volume 53:Issue 1(2016)
• Page Start: 1
• Page End: 4
• Publication Date: 2016-12-27
• Subjects: Participatory mapping -- qualitative research -- health information seeking -- LGBTQ -- youth; Information science -- Congresses; Information technology -- Congresses; Information science; Information technology; Conference papers and proceedings; 020
• DOI: 10.1002/pra2.2016.14505301127
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 2373-9231

Abstract

ABSTRACT: Participatory mapping is a promising data collection method for use in information behavior (IB) research. It provides an opportunity for participants to think spatially and critically about their community‐based information practices. This methodology paper provides an example and offers some critical insights into the use and value of participatory mapping. We present our experiences using this method in a study of community‐based health information seeking by LGBTQ (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer) youth.