Informed Consent In Mental Health Flashcards
When does informed consent occur?
Prior to the research
What happens in informed consent?
Researcher discloses specific details about the study to the patient to ensure voluntary participation
What may the researcher tell the participant?(2)
Nature and purpose of the study
What is the main concern with informed consent in mental health research?
People may have mental disorders which make it difficult for them to provide informed consent as they may not understand the elements of the research
Give an example of a mental health problem which will cause problems for informed consent?
Decline in cognitive functioning
Who consents for a mentally impaired individual?
Parent or caregiver
What isn’t acceptable in a psychological research (with reference to informed consent)?
Pressuring the patient to take part in the study
