What are the challenges in involving children in decision-making?
Challenges include: 1. Assessing the child’s cognitive and emotional maturity. 2. Balancing the child’s preferences with medical necessity and parental concerns. 3. Ensuring that the child fully understands the implications of their choices. 4. Potential conflicts between the child, parents, and healthcare providers. 5. Time constraints during medical appointments, which can limit thorough discussions.
