Ethical Factors Flashcards
1
Q
Informed consent
A
-ppts ability to refuse to take part and know exactly what the research is about
2
Q
Confidentiality
A
Identity of participants should never be disclosed
3
Q
Participants
A
No harm to ppts in terms of employment, social exclusion or psychological/physical well-being
4
Q
Vulnerable groups
A
Special care should be taken if ppts are vulnerable (age, disability, mental health)
5
Q
Covert research
A
Researcher concealing identity- some say it is never acceptable, others say it is necessary in certain circumstances
6
Q
Deception
A
Ppts not told the true aims of the study
7
Q
Right to withdraw
A
The ability to leave the research at anytime, and all of their data from the study being destroyed
