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40 Chapter 2 could change the trait preference in a state preference for a more active or passive role DM 43, 44 . A longitudinal study is needed to look into the development of decision- making role preferences and its consequences for health outcomes 45 . CONCLUSION We present evidence that the preference for a PDM role is associatedwith the perception of having received less information, less helpfulness of and satisfactionwith the received information. This research suggests that current information provision practices do not optimally fit the needs of patients who prefer a PDM role compared to patients with a non-passive role preference. CLINICAL IMPLICATIONS Much of the information in clinical practice is given following standard formats. Clinicians should be aware of the fact that even if the provided information is objectively of good quality, it does not necessarily fit information needs of patients with a PDM role preference. For improving patient-centered care this further emphasizes the importance of assessing role preferences throughout the decision-making process and tailor both information provision and decisional support to these preferences.