Understanding Informed Consent in Research Ethics

Hard Unit 1: Scientific Foundations Ethical Guidelines

When conducting psychological research, it is essential that researchers maintain ethical standards to protect the participants involved. One of the primary concerns is the issue of informed consent. According to ethical guidelines, informed consent requires not only that participants be aware of what the research entails but also that they understand the potential risks and benefits associated with participation.

Which of the following statements best describes the ethical obligation of researchers concerning informed consent?

Researchers must inform participants only about the benefits of participation.

Researchers can withhold information from participants if it is deemed necessary for the study.

Participants can withdraw from the study at any time without consequence.

Informed consent is only necessary for high-risk studies.

Participants must be coerced into participating if the study is important enough.

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