People with cerebral palsy and their family’s preferences about genomics research

Y.A. Wilson; S. McIntyre; E. Waight; M. Thornton; S. van Otterloo; S.R. Marmont; M. Kruer; G. Baynam; J. Gecz; N. Badawi

doi:10.1159/000518942

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People with cerebral palsy and their family’s preferences about genomics research

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People with cerebral palsy and their family’s preferences about genomics research

Y.A. Wilson, S. McIntyre, E. Waight, M. Thornton, S. van Otterloo, S.R. Marmont, M. Kruer, G. Baynam, J. Gecz and N. Badawi

Public Health Genomics, Vol.25(1-2), pp.22-31

2022

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1159/000518942

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Abstract

Introduction: The goal of this study was to understand individuals with cerebral palsy (CP) and their family’s attitudes and preferences to genomic research, including international data sharing and biobanking. Methods: Individuals with CP and their family members were invited to participate in the web-based survey via email (NSW/ACT CP Register) or via posts on social media by Cerebral Palsy Alliance, CP Research Network, and CP Now. Survey responses included yes/no/unsure, multiple choices, and Likert scales. Fisher’s exact and χ2 tests were used to assess if there were significant differences between subgroups. Results: Individuals with CP and their families (n = 145) were willing to participate in genomics research (68%), data sharing (82%), and biobanking efforts (75%). This willingness to participate was associated with completion of tertiary education, previous genetic testing experience, overall higher genomic awareness, and trust in international researchers. The survey respondents also expressed ongoing communication and diverse information needs regarding the use of their samples and data. Major concerns were associated with privacy and data security. Discussion: The success of genomic research and international data sharing efforts in CP are contingent upon broad support and recruitment. Ongoing consultation and engagement of individuals with CP and their families will facilitate trust and promote increased awareness of genomics in CP that may in turn maximize participant uptake and recruitment.

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Title: People with cerebral palsy and their family’s preferences about genomics research
Authors/Creators: Y.A. Wilson (Author/Creator) - The University of Sydney
S. McIntyre (Author/Creator) - The University of Sydney
E. Waight (Author/Creator) - The University of Sydney
M. Thornton (Author/Creator) - Cerebral Palsy Alliance
S. van Otterloo (Author/Creator) - Cerebral Palsy Alliance
S.R. Marmont (Author/Creator) - Cerebral Palsy Alliance
M. Kruer (Author/Creator) - Phoenix Children's Hospital
G. Baynam (Author/Creator) - Government of Western Australia
J. Gecz (Author/Creator) - The University of Adelaide
N. Badawi (Author/Creator) - The University of Sydney
Publication Details: Public Health Genomics, Vol.25(1-2), pp.22-31
Publisher: Karger AS
Identifiers: 991005545250807891
Copyright: © 2021 Wilson et al.
Murdoch Affiliation: Institute for Immunology and Infectious Diseases
Language: English
Resource Type: Journal article

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