The importance of ethics in psychological research is highlighted by the need to protect participants and uphold the integrity of studies. Ethical principles such as informed consent, the right to withdraw, confidentiality, and non-maleficence are fundamental. Ethical frameworks by the APA and BPS, along with IRB oversight, guide researchers in both qualitative and quantitative methodologies to maintain credibility and public trust.
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Ethical guidelines and review processes are in place to ensure the safety and well-being of research participants
Adhering to ethical standards is crucial for the acceptance and credibility of research findings within the scientific community
Failure to follow ethical guidelines can result in professional consequences and undermine public trust in psychology
The APA provides ethical guidelines for conducting research responsibly in the United States
The BPS offers ethical guidelines for conducting research responsibly in the United Kingdom
IRBs or ethics committees are responsible for reviewing research proposals to ensure compliance with ethical standards
Participants must be fully informed about the study's purpose, procedures, and potential risks before deciding to participate
Participants have the autonomy to leave the study at any point without repercussions
Researchers have an obligation to protect participants' personal information and prevent harm to them
Qualitative methods require stringent ethical safeguards due to their close interaction with participants and exploration of personal experiences
Ethical treatment of participants is necessary in quantitative research to maintain the validity and reliability of data
Both qualitative and quantitative research must receive approval from an ethics committee before conducting the study
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Unethical practices in psychological research can result in ______ consequences and diminish ______ trust in the discipline.
professional
public
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Consequences of ethical guideline violations in research
Violations can lead to disciplinary actions, retraction of work, and loss of funding.
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Purpose of Institutional Review Boards (IRBs)
IRBs review research proposals to ensure they meet ethical standards.
