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What are the APA Ethical Guidelines for Human Research? (Select all that apply)
What is informed consent?
Participants must know they are involved in research, what the research entails, and they must give their consent or permission to participate.
What does deception refer to in research?
If participants are deceived, the deception must not invalidate informed consent and researchers must be careful about the potential trauma.
What is coercion in the context of research?
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What is meant by anonymity in research?
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What does the risk clause require?
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What is debriefing?
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Study Notes
APA Ethical Guidelines for Human Research
- Essential principles governing research involving human participants include informed consent, deception, coercion, anonymity, risk, and debriefing.
Informed Consent
- Participants must be adequately informed about their involvement in research, including its nature and purposes.
- Consent must be voluntary, ensuring participants fully understand and agree to participate.
Deception
- If deception is used in a study, it should not undermine the informed consent, meaning participants should still have a grasp of the study's basic nature.
- Researchers must consider the potential emotional impact of deception on participants.
Coercion
- Consent must be freely given without any form of pressure or manipulation.
- Participants retain the right to withdraw from the research at any point without facing negative consequences.
Anonymity
- Researchers are obligated to protect the identities and actions of participants, ensuring that any identifying information remains confidential.
Risk
- Researchers must ensure that participants are not exposed to any substantial mental or physical harm.
- Ethical review boards are responsible for interpreting what constitutes acceptable risk in research protocols.
Debriefing
- After participation, individuals must be informed about the study's objectives and provided with contact information for the researchers concerning findings or concerns.
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Explore the essential APA Ethical Guidelines related to human research through flashcards. Learn about key concepts such as informed consent, deception, and the importance of debriefing for ethical practice. This quiz will help you understand how to conduct research ethically and responsibly.
