Ethics

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    • How is ethics defined according to the BPS code of ethics and conduct?
      Science of morals or rules of behaviour
    • What is the distinction between BPS and APA guidelines?
      BPS is for UK psychologists, APA is international
    • Why are ethics important in psychological research?
      To prevent undue harm to participants
    • What do ethical guidelines clarify in psychological research?
      Conditions under which research is acceptable
    • What is expected of BPS members regarding the code of conduct?
      To abide by the code and supervise others
    • What was the purpose of the 1959 revision of the Ethics Code?
      To streamline and simplify the 1953 edition
    • What was the main issue with the first two editions of the Ethics Code?
      Unclear obligation for psychological research compliance
    • What should investigators inform participants about before obtaining consent?
      Objectives, duration, risks, and procedures
    • Who must give consent for children under 16 years old?
      Parents or guardians
    • What should be done for adults with impairments in understanding?
      Consult a family member for consent
    • When might consent need to be obtained multiple times?
      In longitudinal research studies
    • When can psychologists use deception in research?
      When justified by significant beneficial value
    • What must researchers do before conducting a study involving deception?
      Determine if alternatives to concealment exist
    • What is the purpose of debriefing participants?
      To inform them of the study's true purpose
    • What should researchers do if a participant is harmed?
      Take steps to minimize the harm
    • What right do participants have regarding withdrawal from research?
      To withdraw at any time
    • What must participants expect regarding confidentiality?
      Information will be treated confidentially
    • What legislation made confidentiality a legal requirement?
      Data Protection Act (1984)
    • What must researchers do to protect participants from harm?
      Ensure risks are not greater than normal life
    • What should researchers do regarding participants' medical conditions?
      Ask tactfully about conditions that may risk them
    • What should be respected in observational research?
      Participants' privacy and well-being
    • What should researchers do if they notice a participant's psychological issue?
      Inform the participant and provide advice
    • What should researchers avoid when giving advice?
      Giving advice when not qualified
    • What is the difference between law and ethics in the context of the APA Code?
      Ethics Code is not a basis for civil liability
    • What must therapists do if a patient discloses a legal violation?
      Report it by law, despite confidentiality issues
    • What sanctions can the APA apply for violating the Ethics Code?
      Termination of membership and notifications
    • What should BPS members do when facing ethical dilemmas?
      Seek resolutions internally within their institution
    • What does the Human Rights Act (1998) protect?
      The right to respect for private and family life
    • What is required for research involving participants aged 16 and above lacking capacity?
      Ethical approval from recognized committees
    • What does the Freedom of Information Act (2000) establish?
      Right to request access to recorded information
    • What does GDPR apply to?
      Processing of personal identifiable information
    • What rights do individuals have under GDPR regarding their data?
      To access, correct, delete, and raise concerns
    • What are the key takeaways regarding ethics in psychological research?
      • Importance of ethics in research
      • Knowledge of the history of ethics codes
      • Understanding of ethically questionable studies
      • Awareness of violations and repercussions
      • Experience in designing ethical studies
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