Increasing patient and public involvement in clinical research
The Lancet Healthy Longevity
Abstract
Clinical research is vital for improving human health. However, multiple issues, including research aims misaligned with the needs of patients, non-representative participant recruitment, and a failure to disseminate results effectively, all reduce the impact of research. Patient and public involvement (PPI) can be a powerful tool in ensuring that research focuses on the most pressing needs of a population. Older adults, often underrepresented in clinical research, are a group that can particularly benefit from PPI.
Topics & Concepts
LonelinessClinical trialPopulationMental healthMedicineIntervention (counseling)Public healthClinical researchHealth careNursingPublic relationsPsychologyMedical educationPolitical sciencePsychiatryPathologyEnvironmental healthLawMental Health and Patient InvolvementEmpathy and Medical EducationPatient-Provider Communication in Healthcare