ethics

Question 1

context

Answer 1

British Psychological Society sets out ethical guidelines to monitor conduct and work of research
to ensure research is safe + morally right. unethical=banned/fined/prison

Question 2

gender example

Answer 2

david reimer-> parents convinced to have sex change on son + unaware of true intentions (deception), had confusing feelings over identity (harm_

Question 3

social influence example

Answer 3

zimbardo- didnt know true aims (deception + consent) experienced trauma/guilt (harm)

Question 4

social sensitivity

Answer 4

areas of research are more controversial than others- have wider ethical implications beyond the study

Question 5

social sensitivity example

Answer 5

zimbardo- p’s said psychological harm was long lasting, made question human nature, struggle with relationships. implications therefore beyond the study

Question 6

strengths of socially sensitive research

Answer 6

1. benefits for group been studied ie homosexuality
2. real world applications ie EWT

Question 7

limitations of socially sensitive research

Answer 7

1. led to dangerous policy changes ie sterilisation of neurodivergent
2. poor research design may affect validity of findings