In the health sciences today, every student and practitioner must be able to employ research methods and techniques. Technological advances and an increasing demand to evaluate the cost-effectiveness and quality of health services, have ensured that the education of all health professionals now includes a study of research methods. Introduction to Research in the Health Sciences is essential reading for anyone wishing to undertake research or to read and interpret research findings in any of the health science disciplines. It covers both quantitative and qualitative research methodology taking a very down-to-earth, straightforward approach. This informative text ensures that the readers can understand and utilise the latest advances in their area of clinical practice.