Ethics Flashcards
Who are the ethical guidelines published by?
The British Psychological Society (BPS)
What is the BPS’ 3 main roles?
- To protect research participants
- To protect the reputation of psychology
- To protect the reputation of psychologists
What is informed consent?
When the participants are given enough information about a study to allow them to make an informed judgement on whether to take part or not
When should deception only be used?
When there is no alternative and with the approval of an ethics committe
What does the term ‘Right to withdraw’ mean?
The participants should know that they are free to leave the study at any point
Can participants refuse/withdraw for their data to be used?
Yes
What does it mean by ‘Protection from physical and psychological harm’?
- Participants physical safety must be ensured
- We can’t expose participants to greater risk than their normal life
What counts as a psychological harm?
A low score on an IQ test leads to poor self esteem
What act protects the information about the participants?
The Data Protection Act
Can participants be identifiable in published research?
No
How are participants named as in research?
They are given numbers or referred to by their initials
When is it okay to observe people during a study?
In a place where they would expect to be observed by others (public places)
What should always happen following a study?
A debriefing
“Can do/can’t do with participants”
Consent
Debriefing
Confidentiality
Deception
Withdrawal
Protection from harm
What are the 3 types of consent that could be used if getting consent will ruin the study?
- Presumptive consent
- Prior general consent
- Retrospective consent
