Ethical issues

• When is informed consent required in research?


  Informed consent is needed unless the research is conducted in a public place.
• Why can the definition of a public place be subjective?

  Because what constitutes a public place can vary based on context.
• Who must approve all research studies?

  An ethics committee
• What must researchers do after the study is completed?

  Debrief participants and reveal the true aim of the study.