...William B. Hansen; Cady Berkel; Velma McBride Murry; Kathryn J. Roulston; Gene H. Brody Purpose The purpose of this paper is to demonstrate the importance of considering both fidelity and adaptation in assessing the implementation of evidence‐based programs. Design/methodology/approach...

... constitute the HPS, and satisfy the criterion of utility. It examines a range of research methods in order to illustrate pathways towards the evidence base for health promotion, considers the kinds of studies which are both feasible and useful for policy makers and professionals, and proposes approaches...