ethical implications and sensisitive research

Question 1

what are ethical implications?

Answer 1

The CONSEQUENCES of any research studies in terms of effects on PARTICIPANTS or in which certain groups of people are regarded, and consequences of WIDER society.

Question 2

what is social sensitivity?

Answer 2

Socially sensitive research is studies in which there are POTENTIAL consequences or implications either for the PARTICIPANTS in the research or for the individuals which the research REPRESENTS.

Question 3

3 ways to avoid bad consequences of SSR are:

Answer 3

1. Research questions: be careful with the way you phrase questions as it may influence the way in which findings are interpreted.
2. Dealing with participants: informed consent, confidentiality and psych harm are important.
3. The way the findings are used: consider in advance how research findings may be used as it may impact on what data to collect. Some findings on research may be giving scientific credence to existing PREJUDICES.