Ethics of medical research in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander populations

Conducting ethical health research in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander populations requires an understanding of their unique cultural values and the historical context. The assimilation of Indigenous people with the broader community through colonial policies such as the dispossession of land a...

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Published inAustralian journal of primary health Vol. 25; no. 5; p. 402
Main Author Bobba, Samantha
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published Australia CSIRO 01.01.2019
Subjects
Assimilation
Colonialism
Community
Cultural values
Ethics
Health care
Health research
Health services
Indigenous peoples
Informed consent
Literature reviews
Medical personnel
Medical research
Medicine
Native peoples
Research ethics
Stereotypes
Trust
United Kingdom > UK
Australia
Canberra Australian Capital Territory Australia
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Summary:Conducting ethical health research in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander populations requires an understanding of their unique cultural values and the historical context. The assimilation of Indigenous people with the broader community through colonial policies such as the dispossession of land and forcible removal of children from their families in the Stolen Generation, deprived entire communities of their liberty. Poorly designed research protocols can perpetuate discriminatory values, reinforce negative stereotypes and stigmas and lead to further mistrust between the Indigenous community and healthcare professionals. The manuscript offers a fresh perspective and an up-to-date literature review on the ethical implications of conducting health research in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.
ISSN:1448-7527
1836-7399
DOI:10.1071/PY18049