"Qualitative meta-synthesis is an intentional and coherent approach to analyzing data across qualitative studies. It is a process that enables researchers to identify a specific research question and then search for, select, appraise, summarize, and combine qualitative evidence to address the research question" (Erwin et al, 2011).
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Douglas, S. N., Jensen, E. J., & West, P. (2022). Barriers and Benefits Experienced by Caregivers Seeking Medical Care for Their Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders: a Qualitative Meta-synthesis. Review Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 1-13. Full Text
References
Erwin, E. J., Brotherson, M. J., & Summers, J. A. (2011). Understanding qualitative metasynthesis: Issues and opportunities in early childhood intervention research. Journal of Early Intervention, 33(3), 186-200. Full Text