ethics Flashcards
what is the ethical guideline of protection from harm
participants are not exposed to unnecessary physical, psychological, or emotional harm
what is the ethical guideline of informed consent
before participating a participant must be given all necessary information about the potential risks and benefits.
what is the ethical guideline of withdrawal rights?
a research participant has the right to withdraw from a study at anytime, for any reason, without concequence.
what is the ethical guideline of deception?
deception should only be used when absolutely necessary, and with participants knowledge ,with minimal harm to participants (placebo)
what is the ethical guideline of confidentiality?
researchers must protect participants’ private information by keeping their identities anonymous, storing data securely
what is the ethical guideline of privacy?
participants must not be asked for any irrelevant information not related to the study.
what is the ethical guideline of voluntary participation?
participants must freely choose to take part in a study without any coercion, undue influence, or pressure.
What is the ethical guideline debriefing?
fully informing participants about the studies purpose, revealing any deception used, allowing participants to ask questions, and feel respected.
What is the purpose of ethical guidelines?
to ensure the wellbeing and rights of participants are protected during involvement in psychology research.
What is the definition of ethical guidelines?
standards that helps identify and make judgements about which behaviours are acceptable and unacceptable.
What are the three R’s?
replacement, reduction, refinement
What is the replacement alternative?
replacing animals with lower pain tolerance, simulators.
What is the reduction alternative?
reducing the sample size.
What is the refinement alternative?
Minimise the pain and distress.
