Socially sensitive research

Question 1

Socially sensitive is research that…

Answer 1

Could lead to discrimination or prejudice against a specific group
Could make anyone who learns about study/findings uncomfortable or upset
Or if it has negative applications to harm a group of people

Question 2

Benefits of conducting socially sensitive research

Answer 2

Answer important questions on issues that effects certain groups
So leads to practical applications that improve people’s lives

Question 3

Drawbacks of socially sensitive research

Answer 3

Negative applications can be used to harm later research: judgement, discrimination, stigma
Causes anxiety to those represented in study especially if part of a disadvantaged group