Ethics of research engagement with Deaf people. A qualitative evidence synthesis.

ABSTRACT: In this article, we explore ethical issues of Deaf people's engagement in research. To focus on the perspectives of Deaf people, we investigated existing qualitative and mixed methods research within a qualitative evidence synthesis. Our synthesis is based on a systematic database search (Scopus, PubMed) and reference check of included papers which resulted in 27 eligible papers. We analyzed the data using thematic synthesis and developed 5 analytical themes. The results present research as a struggle for Deaf people and emphasize the need for changes regarding recognition of Deaf research in a cross-cultural context, maintaining equal and partner relations, and provision of accessible communication. Our research contributes to understanding what the ethical inclusion of Deaf people in res

SUBMITTER: Krawczyk T 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11523497 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature