DESIGNING THE STUDY (REPRINTED)

Building upon an initial article, which described the processes of lit erature review and hypothesis development, the authors summarize issue s of research design. General issues encountered by researchers in col lege health settings include the establishment of a clear research foc us, selection of a representative and adequate study sample, use of re liable and valid measures, and adherence to professional ethics. Speci fic means of addressing these design concerns are summarized, using ex amples from college health research.