From 'publish or perish' to 'publish with purpose': perspectives from young adults with lived and living experience on transforming academic publishing in patient-oriented research.

ABSTRACT:

Background

This commentary article critically assesses the inclusion and recognition of young adults with lived and living experiences (YALLE) in academic publishing. Stemming from our involvement in a health research study, this analysis interrogates the disparity between the stated importance of YALLE contributions in health research and their actual recognition, specifically in academic publications, which serve as the principal "currency" in research. This tokenism limits the potential for their unique insights to substantially enrich the discourse and dissemination of knowledge. Set against a backdrop of systemic biases and structural barriers, this discussion underscores the persistent minoritization of YALLE, despite increasing nominal recognition within academic and health

SUBMITTER: Rao S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11660888 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature