Coercion is an overt or implicit threat of harm for non-participation. Undue influence occurs when an offer is excessive, unwarranted, or improper. IRBs evaluate consent processes, recruitment, and incentives to minimize both.
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Glossary Term
Coercion and Undue Influence
Participant Protections
Also known as: undue influence, coercion
Threats or excessive incentives that could compromise a subject's voluntary decision to participate in research.
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