18 Questions
Which of the following is a key principle of research ethics outlined in the text?
Respect for Persons
What does the principle of 'Beneficence' refer to according to the text?
Minimizing risks and maximizing benefits to individuals
What is the purpose of 'full disclosure' mentioned in the text?
To explain the true nature and purpose of the study
What is the difference between 'anonymity' and 'confidentiality' in research according to the text?
Anonymity means participants are not identified by name, confidentiality means data is securely stored
What is the purpose of using a 'confederate' in some psychological studies according to the text?
To deceive participants about the true nature of the study
What is the key responsibility of researchers regarding the privacy of research participants?
To maintain confidentiality and only use data for the stated purpose
What is a scenario where informed consent may not be required?
When it only involves anonymous questionnaires
Under what condition can practitioners subject animals to pain, stress, or privation?
If the goal is justified by the potential value of the research
What should practitioners do after using deception in a study?
Explain why it was necessary to the participants at the end of their participation
When must psychology practitioners conduct debriefing?
After the participants' involvement in the study
What is required if an animal's life needs to be terminated in research?
Proceeding rapidly and minimizing pain in accordance with accepted procedures
What should researchers do if participants withdraw their data after debriefing?
Respect the decision and discard the data immediately
Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of psychologists according to the principle of professional and scientific responsibilities to society?
Prioritizing personal gain over societal benefit
What should researchers do if participants wish to discontinue their participation?
Allow them to discontinue at any given time
How should informed consent forms be presented to participants?
In a language or dialect that participants can understand
When is it acceptable for researchers to record participants' voices or images without obtaining informed consent?
When the research is for naturalistic observations and does not cause harm or reveal personal identification
What should researchers do if participants are below 18 or have difficulty in comprehension/communication?
Obtain informed assent from parents or legal guardians
According to the summary, which of the following groups should researchers NOT coerce into participating in a study?
Colleagues
Explore the considerations for dispensing informed consent in research studies, including scenarios where consent may be unnecessary or when compensation should be provided to participants. Learn about the importance of transparency in cases where deception is involved in research.
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