Research on Children: Medical Imperatives, Ethical Quandaries, and Legal Constraints.

This book contains the proceedings of a multidisciplinary workshop convened to explore issues relating to the conduct of medical research on children. In the keynote address, John Holt discusses the right of children to informed consent. The main body of presentations is organized into three categories of concerns: medical imperatives, ethical quandaries, and legal and societal constraints. A brief workshop summary and an epilogue are also included. (JMB)