Potential Ethical Issue

Definition

A potential ethical issue refers to a moral concern or dilemma that may arise during the research process, which can impact the rights, well-being, and privacy of participants or other relevant stakeholders.

Related terms

Informed Consent:

Participants in research studies should be provided with all necessary information about the study's purpose, procedures, potential risks, and benefits before agreeing to participate.

Confidentiality:

Researchers must ensure that any personal or sensitive information shared by participants remains private and is not disclosed without their consent.

Debriefing:

After participating in a study, participants should receive a thorough explanation of the study's purpose, results (if applicable), and any deception used during the experiment.