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  • Medical Ethics
  • Clinical Research
  • Human Subject Protection

Background:

  • Common terminology in research settings refers to participants as "subjects."
  • This terminology may not fully capture the nuanced relationship between researchers and participants.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To advocate for a shift in terminology from "subjects" to a more appropriate descriptor for study participants.
  • To highlight the unique nature of the physician-participant relationship in clinical research.

Main Methods:

  • This is a perspective piece, not an empirical study.
  • Analysis of the ethical and relational aspects of research terminology.

Main Results:

  • The term "subjects" is deemed inadequate for describing study participants.
  • The physician-participant relationship retains significant elements of the patient-physician relationship.

Conclusions:

  • Using "participants" or other respectful terms is recommended over "subjects."
  • Acknowledging the patient-physician dynamic in research relationships promotes ethical conduct and participant well-being.