Ethical Violations in Psychological Research

Medium Unit 1: Scientific Foundations Ethical Guidelines

In psychological research, ethical guidelines are crucial to ensure the welfare of participants and the integrity of the research process. These guidelines address various aspects, including informed consent, confidentiality, and the right to withdraw. Understanding these ethical principles is fundamental for psychologists to conduct their studies responsibly.

Which of the following actions would most likely violate ethical guidelines in psychological research?

Providing participants with a clear explanation of the study's purpose before obtaining consent.

Keeping participant data confidential and secure.

Conducting a study without securing informed consent from participants.

Allowing participants the option to withdraw from the study at any time.

Debriefing participants after the study about its true nature and any deception used.

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