Ethics

Question 1

State and briefly outline the 6 ethical guidelines where possible.

Answer 1

1. Confidentiality- keeping participants’ identities anonymous
2. Deception- deliberately misleading or withholding info from participants
3. Debrief- explaining study purpose, procedures, and deception to participants
4. Informed consent- informing participants about study procedures
5. Protection from harm- researchers are responsible for protecting participants from physical and psychological harm
6. Right to Withdraw- participants can leave anytime

Question 2

Define extrapolate.

Answer 2

Applying animal study results to humans

Question 3

Define demand characteristics.

Answer 3

Participants change behaviour to meet or defy expectations

Question 4

Define validity.

Answer 4

Ensuring the study measures what it claims to

Question 5

Define validity.

Answer 5

Ensuring the study measures what it claims to