Table 5 Sources of vulnerability identified independently from vulnerable groups
From: The concept of ‘vulnerability’ in research ethics: an in-depth analysis of policies and guidelines
Policy/Guideline | Sources of vulnerability |
|---|---|
Declaration of Helsinki | An increased likelihood of being wronged or of incurring harm |
UNESCO Declaration | Persons may be rendered vulnerable by disease or disability or other personal, societal or environmental conditions |
TCPS2 | Persons may be in vulnerable circumstances because of social or legal stigmatisation associated with their activity or identity |