Clinical research addresses health disparities in individuals with cognitive disabilities, suggesting improved consent processes.
People with intellectual and other cognitive disabilities often face barriers to participating in clinical research, particularly related to the informed consent process. Recent federal policy and legal efforts have advanced strategies to address these challenges, including using supported decision-making. This article discusses this recent progress and the risks and potential opportunities to continuing it in a shifting federal landscape.
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