Midterm Part 1 Flashcards
the branch of philosophy that is concerned with morality.
Ethics
It can also refer to a set of principles and practices that provide moral guidance in a particular field.
ETHICS
four general moral principles that apply to scientific research:
weighing risks against benefits
acting responsibly and with integrity
seeking justice
respecting people’s rights and dignity.
Scientific research in psychology can be ethical only if its risks are outweighed by its benefits.
Weighing Risks Against Benefits
It is not necessarily easy to weigh the risks of research against its benefits because the risks and benefits may not be ____________________.
directly comparable
This means carrying out their research in a thorough and competent manner, meeting their professional obligations, and being truthful
Acting Responsibly and With Integrity
Acting with integrity is important because it promotes _____, which is an essential element of all effective human relationships.
trust
Researchers must conduct their research in a just manner. They should treat their participants fairly
Seeking Justice
Researchers must respect people’s rights and dignity as human beings.
Respecting People’s Rights and Dignity
their right to make their own choices and take their own actions free from coercion.
autonomy
their right to decide what information about them is shared with others.
privacy
