Ethical issues and guidelines

Question 1

Codes of Conduct

Answer 1

• Use to regulate psychological research with humans and animals

Question 2

Purpose of Ethical Guidelines

Answer 2

• Ensure safety and well being of participants
• Ensure that standards, professionalism and reputation of the subject are upheld

Question 3

Confidentiality

Answer 3

• The participants in the study cannot be identified

Question 4

Deception

Answer 4

• The participants are lied about the true nature of the study

Question 5

Informed consent

Answer 5

• Participants are given comprehensive information concerning the nature and purpose of the study

Question 6

Privacy

Answer 6

• Refer to a person’s right to control the flow of information about themselves

Question 7

Right to withdraw

Answer 7

• Participants should be told that they can stop participating in a study if for any reason they are uncomfortable

Question 8

Protection from harm

Answer 8

• Participants should not experience negative physical effects