Ethical Implications

• What is the impact of psychological research on people's lives?

  It can significantly affect participants' lives
• Why are research ethics important in psychological studies?

  They protect participants from harm and ensure dignity
• What should researchers consider beyond the participants in a study?

  Wider societal implications and effects
• What is a potential consequence of a controversial theory on a minority group?

  It may influence societal perceptions negatively
• How might research results affect an organization negatively?

  They could damage the organization's reputation
• How can governments use research findings?

  To create and justify laws affecting society
• What is socially sensitive research?

  • Research with potential consequences for participants
  • Implications for groups represented in the research
  • Topics include gender, mental health, and relationships
• What is reflexivity in psychological research?

  Considering the researcher's biases and influence
• Why should researchers avoid biased wording in questions?

  To accurately represent the studied group
• What is the role of an Ethics Committee in research?

  To evaluate the cost-benefit analysis of studies
• What is a potential risk of publishing research findings?

  They may be misused or sensationalized
• What is the importance of peer review in research publication?

  To ensure objectivity and prevent harmful research
• Why might the true implications of research not be known immediately?

  They may only become clear after publication
• What challenges do researchers face in socially sensitive topics?

  They may encounter controversy and risks
• What are the implications of Bowlby's theory of monotropy?

  It pressures mothers and minimizes fathers' roles
• How does the definition of abnormality relate to social sensitivity?

  It can affect support and legal outcomes
• What is a potential issue with genetic theories of behavior?

  They may imply reduced criminal responsibility
• How might Milgram's research be viewed positively?

  It challenges stereotypes about obedience
• What are the implications of socially sensitive research in psychology?

  • Influences public opinion and stereotypes
  • Affects community lives and policies
  • Can lead to bias and discrimination