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Ethical Issues in Psychology PDF 415 KBUpdated 23 Oct 2026
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PSY611 -1 TO 22 Lesson wise MCQs With Answers And Short Question With Answers By Pin2 And Khurmi.

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Q1. Which of the following is NOT considered an ethical principle in psychology research?

  1. Informed Consent
  2. Confidentiality
  3. Deception
  4. Debriefing

Answer: Answer: c) Deception

Q2. The process by which participants in a study are fully informed about the research and voluntarily agree to participate is called:

  1. Confidentiality
  2. Debriefing
  3. Informed Consent
  4. Beneficence

Answer: Answer: c) Informed Consent

Q3. Which ethical principle emphasizes the importance of minimizing any potential harm to participants in a study?

  1. Debriefing
  2. Informed Consent
  3. Beneficence
  4. Confidentiality

Answer: Answer: c) Beneficence

Q4. Which ethical guideline requires researchers to keep the information collected from participants in a study private and secure?

  1. Debriefing
  2. Informed Consent
  3. Confidentiality
  4. Beneficence

Answer: Answer: c) Confidentiality

Q5. Which of the following is an example of an unethical research practice?

  1. Debriefing participants after the study
  2. Using deception without providing a thorough explanation afterward
  3. Obtaining informed consent from participants
  4. Maintaining confidentiality of participants' data

Answer: Answer: b) Using deception without providing a thorough explanation afterward

Q1. What is the purpose of obtaining informed consent from participants in research?

Answer: Answer: The purpose of obtaining informed consent is to ensure that participants are fully aware of the study's purpose, procedures, and any potential risks or benefits involved. It allows participants to make an informed decision about whether or not to participate.

Q2. What is debriefing, and why is it important in ethical research?

Answer: Answer: Debriefing is the process of explaining the true nature and purpose of the study to participants after their participation. It is important because it ensures that participants are fully informed and have the opportunity to ask questions, express concerns, and address any potential negative effects that may have arisen during the study.

  1. Explain the principle of confidentiality in psychology research.

Answer: Answer: The principle of confidentiality in psychology research states that researchers must keep the information collected from participants private and secure. This means that participants' personal information and data should not be disclosed or shared with anyone without their explicit consent, unless required by law or professional obligations.

Q4. Why is minimizing harm to participants an important ethical principle in research?

Answer: Answer: Minimizing harm to participants is important because it prioritizes the well-being and safety of individuals involved in research studies. Researchers have a responsibility to minimize any potential physical, psychological, or emotional harm that participants may experience as a result of their participation.

Q5. What are some potential consequences for researchers who violate ethical guidelines in psychology research?

Answer: Answer: Potential consequences for researchers who violate ethical guidelines in psychology research can include loss of credibility and reputation, legal implications, professional disciplinary actions, and barriers to future funding or collaboration opportunities. Additionally, participants may suffer negative consequences, such as emotional distress or harm, due to unethical practices.

Lesson No 2: Ethical problems with past research studies:

Q1. The Tuskegee Syphilis Study is an example of which ethical problem in research?

  1. Lack of informed consent
  2. Deception
  3. Violation of privacy
  4. Inadequate debriefing

Answer: Answer: a) Lack of informed consent

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