This topic discussed the difference between assent and consent and the parts of informed consent

1. ASSENTAND
CONSENT
ARNELYN S. LABAO

2. Difference
between
Assent and
Consent Form
Consent may only be given by
individuals who have reached the
legal age of consent ( in the
Philippines is typically 18 years
old). Assent is the agreement of
someone not able to give legal
consent to participate in the
study or activity.

3. Parts of
Consent Form
 Title of Study
 Investigators:
 Invitation to be Part of a Research Study
 Introduction and Purpose of the Study
 Eligibility to Participate
 Description of Study Procedures
 Expected Time or Duration of Participation:
 Risks or Discomforts
 Benefits to You and to Others
 Your Rights as a Research Participant
 Confidentiality
 Future Use of Your Information
 Questions
 Your Consent