Issues that arise when a conflict exists between the rights of participants in research studies and the goals of research to produce authentic, valid and worthwhile data.
What is informed consent?
Permission given by a person after they have been fully informed about the risks and benefits of a medical procedure or research study.
What is deception?
The act of misleading or tricking someone in terms of the purpose of research.
What is protection from harm in psychological research?
Where participants should not be placed at any more risk than they would be in their daily lives.
What is privacy and confidentiality?
Privacy: Personal information protection. Confidentiality: Keeping information secret.
