Are you interested in learning about D&I Science but unsure where to start? The resources below are intended to provide a “quick start” to the field and key concepts. The two articles are quite brief, while the two video options provide either a longer overview in a single video or multiple shorter modules.
Bauer, M. S., Damschroder, L., Hagedorn, H., Smith, J., & Kilbourne, A. M. (2015). An introduction to implementation science for the non specialist. BMC Psychology, 3, Article 32. https://doi.org/10.1186/s40359-015-0089-9 (Paper)
For someone just beginning to learn about implementation science, this article offers a clear, non-technical overview of what implementation science is, why it matters, how it differs from related fields like quality improvement, and the core concepts and study designs used to move evidence-based practices into real-world settings.
Bauer, M. S., & Kirchner, J. (2020). Implementation science: What is it and why should I care? Psychiatry Research, 283, 112376. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.psychres.2019.04.025 (Paper)
This article situates implementation science more explicitly within the context of mental health/behavioral health and biomedical research—emphasizing clinical innovation adoption, barriers and facilitators, and introducing a field-specific special issue. Other articles in this special issue may be helpful, particularly for those considering implementation of mental health interventions.
This video provides an overview of Dissemination & Implementation (D&I) Science that explores the history and value of D&I, key research concepts (such as frameworks), as well as opportunities and resources. (Video; 57 min)
This eight-module course covers key topics within D&I. Although these modules were developed by the National Cancer Institute, the topics are relevant across health conditions. The shorter format of these modules may be useful as an initial entry point for D&I. (Video modules; approx. 20 min each)
