ethical implications

• ethical implications

  • arise when conflict between the need to find valid research and preserving the rights/dignity of ps
  • ethical guidelines created
  • cant control social impact e.g how findings are represented in the media
  • a wider ethical implication
• socially sensitive research

  • some research more than others
  • e.g genetic basis of criminality is sensitive
  • studies that tackle taboo topics attract lots of attention from public and media
  • should not shy away from testing these topics out as have an importance of social responsibility to carry out such research
• ethical issues in social sensitive research

  • implications
  • uses/public policy
  • validity
• strength

  • studies of unrepresented issues promote greater sensitivity and understanding
  • reduce prejudice and encourage acceptance
  • e.g ewt in legal system
• general evaluation points

  • social control in past
  • used by gov to shape social policy