Ethics

Question 1

BPS Code of Ethics

Answer 1

Legal document produced by BPS that instructs psychologists in the UK about what behaviour is and is not acceptable when dealing with participants

Question 2

CRAPD

Answer 2

C- consent (informed)
R- right to withdraw
A- anonymity and confidentiality
P- protection from harm
D- deception

Question 3

BPS Values

Answer 3

1. Respect for the autonomy, privacy and dignity of individuals, groups
   and communities
2. Scientific integrity
3. Social responsibility
4. Maximising benefit and minimising harm

Question 4

Ethical principles : respect

Answer 4

-For dignity: recognised the worth of all human beings, regardless of perceived or real differences in social status, gender etc.
-Consider: privacy, respect, consent etc

Question 5

Ethical Principles : Competence

Answer 5

-Ability to provide specific services to a professional standard
-Consider: any limitations, appropriate skills needed

Question 6

Ethical Principles : Responsibility

Answer 6

-Must accept appropriate responsibility for what is in their control, power, or management
-Consider: professional accountability, respect for welfare of human

Question 7

Ethical Principles: Integrity

Answer 7

-Requires setting self-interest to one side and being objective to one’s behaviour professionally
-Consider: fairness, addressing misconduct

Question 8

Informed consent

Answer 8

Telling participants the true aim of a study and what is going to happen, so they can make an informed decision about participating.
They should be aware of any potential risks or benefits