Table 2.

Example of a convergence coding matrix for integrating quantitative and qualitative findings

Research question	Quantitative findings	Qualitative findings	Integrated findings – agreement/ partial agreement/ silence/ dissonance
1. What are the social representations of STIs?
2. How does stigma influence experiences of genito-urinary symptoms and care-seeking?
3. How do people interpret genito-urinary symptoms?
4. Why do some people with genito-urinary symptoms not seek care at sexual health clinics?