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Jafarpoor F, Zardkhane S A. 6SQuID Framework and Its Application in Designing an Intervention to Reduce Sedentary Behavior Among Employees: A Review. CPR 2024; 2 (4) :221-232
URL: http://cpr.mazums.ac.ir/article-1-141-en.html

Background and Objective: Developing educational, therapeutic, and social interventions is a complex process that needs a systematic, iterative approach. This study aims to review the six steps in quality intervention development (6SQuID) framework by focusing on its application for reducing sedentary behavior among employees.
Materials & Methods: This descriptive review was undertaken through a critical and integrative examination of the 6SQuID framework, with particular attention to its conceptual foundations, procedural stages, and methodological robustness as a comprehensive framework for the systematic development of interventions.
Results: The six steps in developing an intervention are as follows: 1) define and understand the problem and its underlying causes within the target group; 2) identify modifiable contextual or causal factors with the greatest potential for change; 3) identify the mechanisms to bring about change; 4) identify the most appropriate strategies to deliver these change mechanisms; 5) pilot the intervention on a small scale and refine it; and 6) collect robust evidence of the intervention’s effectiveness to conduct rigorous evaluation for large-scale implementation. This model has been applied in the development of the “stand up for health” intervention to reduce sedentary behaviors among employees of contact centers in the United Kingdom.
Conclusion: Given the effectiveness of the 6SQuID model, researchers and policymakers in Iran are encouraged to adopt this framework for the systematic and successful development of educational and clinical interventions.