Ethical Oversight in Behavioural Genetics Research

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What is the importance of ethical oversight in research, especially in the context of genetics?

To protect individuals and hopefully help society.

What duty do scientists and journalists have in communicating genetic research findings?

To communicate findings in a responsible manner.

Why is there a need for diversity in research related to genetics?

To ensure diversity in researchers, participants, and research questions.

What should be prioritized before implementing policies based on genetic research findings?

Robust findings. Signup and view all the answers

What are the concerns regarding genetic interventions for behavior modification?

Worries about gene therapies and over-medicalization. Signup and view all the answers

Is gene therapy for complex multifactorial traits currently advocated by informed researchers?

No. Signup and view all the answers

What are some factors that judges currently consider in sentencing decisions?

Environmental factors, social factors, psychiatric factors Signup and view all the answers

What would be needed to demonstrate if genetic information predicts likelihood of offending?

Demonstrate that genetic information predicts likelihood of offending over and above other well-established risk factors, such as prior history Signup and view all the answers

Why is the use of psychometric tests in employment a concern?

Tests are not foolproof and the research validating their use is not always well conducted Signup and view all the answers

How are children currently classified in education based on genetic information?

Children are currently classified based on reading ability/IQ for setting and streaming at schools Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential concern with insurers wanting to use genetic information?

Insurers might want to use genetic information to estimate risk Signup and view all the answers

What is suggested as a potential future use for genetic information in the context of therapeutic offering?

May in the future be helpful in guiding therapeutic offering Signup and view all the answers

What are some concerns related to genetic research?

Ethical concerns, fear of the unknown, potential misapplication of findings Signup and view all the answers

Why is ethical oversight important in research?

To ensure research questions are asked properly, fair funding distribution, and responsible science communication Signup and view all the answers

What are some important questions related to ethical oversight in research?

Who conducts research, funding distribution, academic career opportunities, focus of research, and context Signup and view all the answers

Why is responsible science communication important?

To prevent biased interpretation of findings, and to avoid advancing political agendas Signup and view all the answers

Should current behavioural genetics research be stopped because of past eugenics policies?

No Signup and view all the answers

What are some potential risks of misapplication of genetic research findings?

Biased interpretation for political agendas, misunderstandings Signup and view all the answers