Written by the Fiveable Content Team โข Last updated September 2025
Verified for the 2026 exam
Verified for the 2026 examโขWritten by the Fiveable Content Team โข Last updated September 2025
Definition
Deliberately altering refers to intentionally changing or manipulating a participant's experience or perception without their knowledge or informed consent in a research study.
Informed consent is when participants are provided with all necessary information about a study, including potential risks and benefits, before agreeing to participate.