In the context of vulnerable populations, what does assent mean?

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In the context of vulnerable populations, what does assent mean?

Assent is an affirmative, voluntary agreement to participate given by someone who has diminished decision-making capacity, and it is sought when appropriate alongside consent from a legally authorized representative. In research with vulnerable populations, the guardian or legally authorized representative provides the formal consent, while the participant’s assent respects their developing autonomy by asking for their agreeing to participate in a way they can understand and allowing them to withdraw at any time. It’s an active expression of willingness, not a mere formality or a financial agreement.

Assent is an affirmative, voluntary agreement to participate given by someone who has diminished decision-making capacity, and it is sought when appropriate alongside consent from a legally authorized representative. In research with vulnerable populations, the guardian or legally authorized representative provides the formal consent, while the participant’s assent respects their developing autonomy by asking for their agreeing to participate in a way they can understand and allowing them to withdraw at any time. It’s an active expression of willingness, not a mere formality or a financial agreement.

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