Ethical Considerations Flashcards
1
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What are the six ethical considerations in Psychology?
A
consent withdrawal deception protection from harm confidentiality debriefing
2
Q
Explain deception as an ethical consideration
A
researchers need to avoid lying (deceiving) their participants
3
Q
Explain consent as an ethical consideration
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Participants should be fully informed so that they can give their fully informed consent
4
Q
Explain withdrawal as an ethical consideration
A
Participants should be given the ability (and told) that they have the right to withdraw
5
Q
Explain protection from harm as an ethical consideration
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Participants should be fully protected from physical and psychological harm.
6
Q
Explain confidentiality as an ethical consideration
A
All information and personal data of participants should be kept private and confidential from the public
