My doctor wants me to participate in a research study but I can tell she'll be disappointed if I say no and I don't know if I'm really free to choose.
More people experience this than they realize.
The power dynamic inherent in medical relationships makes truly voluntary consent nearly impossible when the doctor becomes the researcher.
“Where Are You with Medical ethics across traditions?”
Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.
If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.