Which of the following is true about Passive Consent?

Passive consent is characterized by a process where participants are presumed to agree to participate in a program or research study unless they actively choose to opt out. This means that individuals do not need to provide an explicit or affirmative signature to signify their consent; rather, they are considered consenting by their lack of objection.

The principle underlying this approach is that consent is granted by default if no action is taken to decline participation. Therefore, only individuals who choose not to participate, or who disagree with the terms, are required to take action, typically involving submission of a signature or a written notice to indicate their refusal. This process simplifies the consent process and can be particularly useful in certain research settings or community programs where broad participation is encouraged.

Understanding this concept helps prevention specialists implement effective practices while adhering to ethical standards regarding participant consent.