ethics Flashcards
1
Q
where do ethical guidelines come from?
A
interpersonal values
2
Q
what is the difference between compromising and violating a principle?
A
compromising - ethically justifiable through appeal to another principle
violations - research is just unethical unjustifiably
3
Q
arguements against animal research? (2)
A
- animals feel pain
- destroying or harming any living = dehumanising
4
Q
arguements for research with animals? (4)
A
- benefits human beings
- benefits animals (anesthetic)
- pain weighed against potential benefits
- animals harmed by other types of exploitations
5
Q
what are the 2 guidelines for use of animals in research
A
- BPS
- Animals act 1986
6
Q
where are the official guidelines to ensure ethical solutions?
A
BPS
British Psychological Society
7
Q
what are the BPS guidelines?
A
- observational research
- protection of ppt
- confidentiality
- right to withdraw
- debrief
- deception
- informed consent
