Confidentiality

Definition

Confidentiality refers to the ethical principle of protecting the privacy and personal information of research participants. It involves ensuring that any data collected during a study is kept secure and confidential, with access restricted to authorized individuals.

Related terms

Informed Consent:

This term refers to obtaining permission from participants before they take part in a study, ensuring they are fully aware of what will happen and any potential risks involved.

Anonymity:

Anonymity means that the identities of research participants are unknown and cannot be linked back to their responses or data collected during the study.

Data Protection: Data protection involves implementing measures to securely store and handle research data, preventing unauthorized access or disclosure.