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    Therapeutic misconception (TM) occurs when clinical trial participants don't understand the difference between research and care. Reframing participation as scientific inquiry, not just personal treatment, is key to reducing TM.

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    • Clinical research ethics
    • Cognitive psychology
    • Medical sociology

    Background:

    • Therapeutic misconception (TM) is a persistent issue in clinical trial consent.
    • It hinders participants' understanding of research versus clinical care.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To explore the cognitive underpinnings of therapeutic misconception.
    • To propose strategies for mitigating TM in clinical trial participation.

    Main Methods:

    • Qualitative analysis of interview data from clinical researchers and trial participants.
    • Examination of cognitive framing differences between researchers and participants.

    Main Results:

    • TM stems from divergent cognitive frames: researchers focus on scientific design, while participants prioritize personal health.
    • Inadequate disclosure or participant incompetence are not the primary causes of TM.

    Conclusions:

    • Reducing TM requires shifting participants' cognitive frame towards understanding the scientific nature of trials.
    • A scientific reframing of clinical trial participation is essential for informed consent.