Ethics in Research Flashcards
Australian Code for the Responsible Conduct of Research
A set of guidelines in Australia for
- integrity, quality, and ethical behaviour in research.
- Emphasizes honesty, transparency, respect for participants, and proper data handling.
AIATSIS Code of Ethics
Australian Institute of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Studies
Guidelines for research involving Indigenous Australians.
- Emphasizes respect for Indigenous cultures, knowledge, and protocols.
- Aims to benefit Indigenous communities while minimizing harm
National Statement of Ethical Conduct in Human Research
Document in Australia:
- Emphasising informed consent, confidentiality, and protection from harm in research involving humans
Australian Psychological Society
Professional organization for psychologists in Australia.
- Sets standards for practice,
- offers professional development, and
- advocates for psychology and mental health issues.
Participants have the right to end their participation
Ethical principle granting participants the right to end their involvement in research at any time without penalty.
Tell the participants about the risks.
Ethical obligation for researchers to disclose potential risks in a study, enabling participants to make informed decisions about participation.
Research must be voluntary.
Principle stating that individuals should:
- Participate willingly in research without coercion.
- Participants have the right to withdraw without negative consequences
Informed consent
Ethical principle ensuring participants are fully informed about research, including purpose, risks, and rights. Enables voluntary participation and withdrawal
Deception
Intentional withholding or misleading of information to participants for the study’s purpose.
- Requires ethical justification and debriefing afterward.
Physical harm as well as psychological harm
Ethical responsibility of researchers to
- Minimize risks of physical injury, discomfort, and psychological distress to participants.
Debriefing
Process after a study where participants receive:
- Additional information, particularly about purpose and any deception used.
- Aims to clarify, address concerns, and ensure participants feel respected.
How your participant data will be stored and protected
Ensuring
- Confidentiality and security of participant data
- Including storage methods, security measures, and participant rights to data removal.
People have the right to remove their data.
Ethical principle
- Granting participants the right to request removal of their data from a study.
- Researchers must comply while maintaining confidentiality.
