Research Methods in Psychology Chapter 7
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What should be provided to students if participation in research is a condition for course credit?

  • Equitable alternative activities (correct)
  • A certification for involvement
  • Higher grades for participation
  • Guaranteed participation without alternatives
  • Under what circumstance can researchers use deception about the goals of a study?

  • When participants have consented to their use
  • To increase participant recruitment
  • Only when it is absolutely necessary for the integrity of the research (correct)
  • When the goals are deemed uninteresting
  • What is a primary ethical concern regarding animal research?

  • The lack of animal consent (correct)
  • The animal's ability to communicate
  • The number of animals used
  • Changing the animal's diet
  • According to APA ethical guidelines, which of the following is prohibited when alternative procedures are available?

    <p>Subjecting animals to pain or stress</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must researchers ensure about animal subjects as per APA ethical guidelines?

    <p>Their comfort, health, and humane treatment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes an experimental group in a research study?

    <p>It is subjected to a change in the independent variable.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a primary concern related to reproducibility in psychological research?

    <p>Very few studies are being successfully replicated.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes a random sample?

    <p>Each individual in the population has an equal chance of being chosen.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of feminist psychology?

    <p>Exploring a variety of views on social roles of women and men</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main goal of multimethod research?

    <p>To combine various research methods for deeper insights.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the term 'race' in the context of human diversity?

    <p>A subpopulation of species, defined according to an identifiable characteristic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which key principle is part of the APA ethical guidelines for research on human subjects?

    <p>Informed consent must be obtained and documented.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a representative sample designed to achieve?

    <p>Closely correspond to the characteristics of the larger population.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In psychological research, the term 'ethnicity' is best defined as which of the following?

    <p>Common cultural heritage shared by a group of individuals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characterizes individualistic cultures?

    <p>Value on independence and personal achievement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a primary function of the control group in an experimental design?

    <p>To create a baseline for comparison with the experimental group.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which research method involves the systematic study of behavior in natural settings?

    <p>Naturalistic observation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following issues is critical for maintaining ethical standards in psychological research?

    <p>Any risks or discomforts must be clearly communicated beforehand.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    One disadvantage of naturalistic observation is:

    <p>Observer bias might distort interpretations of the observed behavior</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a characteristic of collectivist cultures?

    <p>Value on interdependence and fitting in with the group</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a notable limitation of case studies in psychological research?

    <p>They cannot be replicated, limiting generalization</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Experimental Research

    • Experimental Group: Participants subjected to a change in the independent variable.
    • Control Group: Participants not subjected to changes; serves as a comparison for the experimental group.

    Replication Crisis

    • Reproducibility: Essential for all sciences; concerns arose about the low replication rates in life and social sciences.
    • Ongoing efforts aim to balance original research with replication studies to enhance reproducibility.

    Multimethod Research

    • Combines various research approaches to yield deeper insights into psychological phenomena.

    Importance of Sampling

    • Sample: A subgroup representing the larger population.
    • Random Sample: Each participant has an equal chance of selection, ensuring impartiality.
    • Representative Sample: Selected so that participants reflect the characteristics of the wider population.

    Ethical Guidelines for Human Research

    • Informed Consent: Participants must be clearly informed about the research in understandable language and consent must be documented.
    • Risks Disclosure: Participants should be aware of risks, potential adverse effects, and confidentiality limits prior to participation.
    • Alternative Activities: If participation is linked to course credit, equivalent alternatives must be provided.
    • Deception Guidelines: Deception may be used only when crucial for research integrity and not regarding elements that influence willingness to participate.

    Animal Research Ethics

    • Utilized when human experiments would be unethical; ethical concerns regarding consent for nonhuman animals.
    • Researchers must ensure animals are treated humanely and their comfort, health, and humane treatment are prioritized.

    Human Diversity

    • Gender Perspectives: Feminist psychology presents diverse views on social roles of genders.
    • Sexual Orientation: Defines the direction of sexual interest, with ongoing early-stage research in the field.

    Race and Ethnicity

    • Race: Defined as a subpopulation distinguished by identifiable characteristics.
    • Ethnicity: A shared cultural heritage among a group of individuals.

    Cultural Dimensions

    • Culture: Encompasses values, attitudes, and beliefs passed through generations.
    • Cross-Cultural Research: Investigates cultural differences and examines how cultures affect behaviors.
    • Individualistic Cultures: Emphasize independence and personal achievement.
    • Collectivist Cultures: Focus on interdependence and harmonious relationships.

    Research Methods in Psychology

    • Naturalistic Observation: Involves studying behavior in natural settings rather than controlled environments.
      • Advantages: Behavior observed tends to be spontaneous and varied.
      • Disadvantages: Observer bias can influence interpretations of behavior observed.

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