Ethical Issues

In psychological research, what is the main ethical concern when balancing the welfare of participants with the objectives of the study?

• Financial compensation

• Informed consent

• Deception

• Confidentiality

What does informed consent in psychological studies involve?

• Providing financial incentives

• Making participants aware of the aims and procedures

• Ensuring participants are deceived

• Keeping participants' identities anonymous

Why might researchers use deception in psychological studies?

• To increase participant numbers

• To ensure participants are fully informed

• To study natural behavior without bias

• To protect participants from harm

What is a key consideration when using deception in studies?

• Participants must be paid

• Deception must be justified if it causes distress

• Participants should be informed immediately

• Deception should be avoided at all costs

What is the right of participants concerning their involvement in a study?

• Right to financial compensation

• Right to withdraw at any time

• Right to be deceived

• Right to anonymity

What does the BPS code of conduct emphasize for researchers?

• Financial incentives for participants

• Ethical guidelines and participant welfare

• Deception as a primary method

• Anonymity of researchers

What should participants receive at the end of a study involving deception?

• A financial bonus

• A full debrief

• A confidentiality agreement

• A consent form

What is the purpose of a cost-benefit analysis in research ethics?

• To determine financial viability

• To assess the ethical balance of research proposals

• To ensure participant anonymity

• To justify the use of deception

What is a key aspect of dealing with confidentiality in research?

• Sharing personal details with other researchers

• Ensuring anonymity of participants

• Using deception to protect identities

• Providing financial compensation

What should researchers do if participants experience stress or embarrassment?

• Ignore the issue

• Provide counseling

• Increase financial compensation

• Use more deception