Ethical Guideline

Definition

Ethical guidelines are a set of principles and standards that researchers must follow to ensure the well-being and protection of participants in psychological research.

Related terms

Informed Consent:

Researchers must obtain informed consent from participants before they can take part in a study. This means that participants need to be fully aware of what they will be asked to do and any potential risks or benefits involved.

Confidentiality:

Researchers must keep all personal information about participants confidential. It's like when you tell your best friend a secret - you trust them not to share it with anyone else.

Debriefing:

After the study, researchers should explain the purpose of the study and provide any additional information or support needed by participants. It's like having a post-game discussion after playing sports, where everyone talks about their experiences and feelings.