| Objective. To determine the most effective recruitment method for reaching low-income 18--24 year olds, and determine if there is an association between method of recruitment, age and gender with retention in research studies.; Design. This project was part of a larger multi-state study, designed to increase fruit and vegetable consumption in 18--24 year old young adults of limited income. The purpose was to analyze recruitment methods and characteristics of subjects as reported by project recruiters.; Subjects. One thousand, four hundred and eighty-three low-income (<{dollar}16,000/year) young adults aged 18 to 24 years. Over 2000 young adults were recruited over a one-year period. Participating states were Alabama, New York, Rhode Island, Nebraska, Wisconsin, Iowa, Michigan, Oregon, Maine and Kansas.; Method. Recruiters for larger studied recorded method of contacting (in-person or telephone) prospective participant, and specific location of recruitment. Factors of recruitment examined were the avenue or location of recruitment, communication method (in-person or by phone), gender and age of potential participant recruit. (Abstract shortened by UMI.)... |
