Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion within Pediatric Adherence Science

Area of Science:

• Pediatric adherence science
• Psychological science
• Health equity research

Background:

• Systemic racism persists in psychological science.
• Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) are vital for scientific advancement.
• Existing research practices can perpetuate inequity.

Purpose of the Study:

• To provide tangible applications and recommendations for DEI integration in pediatric adherence science.
• To extend the work of Buchanan et al. (2020) on upending racism in psychological science.
• To address and dismantle research practices that perpetuate inequity and White supremacy.

Main Methods:

• Discussion of real-world adherence examples.
• Identification of challenges in integrating DEI principles.
• Exploration of potential solutions and implications for scientific advancement.

Main Results:

• Provides practical guidance for DEI integration across research conduct, reporting, review, and dissemination.
• Highlights challenges and offers solutions for implementing DEI in pediatric adherence science.
• Emphasizes the importance of DEI for scientific advancement and social justice.

Conclusions:

• Actionable change is needed to promote health equity and social justice in pediatric adherence science.
• Integrating DEI principles is essential for dismantling inequitable research practices.
• This work guides researchers toward more inclusive and equitable scientific endeavors.