“…Indeed, some studies indicate that the frequency of SDM is generally low, both in physical and mental health contexts (Braddock et al, 2008; de las Cuevas, Rivero-Santana, Perestelo-Perez, & Serrano-Aguilar, 2013; Goss et al, 2008; Salyers et al, 2012). In physical health, research indicates that patients often do not share questions and concerns with their providers, do not ask for information, and may be reluctant to voice their opinions because of pressure to conform to “traditional” patient roles or fear of being labeled “difficult” (Beisecker & Beisecker, 1990; Frosch, May, Rendle, Tietbohl, & Elwyn, 2012; Korsch, Gozzi, & Francis, 1968; Roter et al, 1997).…”