ethics

Question 1

where do ethical guidelines come from?

Answer 1

interpersonal values

Question 2

what is the difference between compromising and violating a principle?

Answer 2

compromising - ethically justifiable through appeal to another principle

violations - research is just unethical unjustifiably

Question 3

arguements against animal research? (2)

Answer 3

1. animals feel pain
2. destroying or harming any living = dehumanising

Question 4

arguements for research with animals? (4)

Answer 4

1. benefits human beings
2. benefits animals (anesthetic)
3. pain weighed against potential benefits
4. animals harmed by other types of exploitations

Question 5

what are the 2 guidelines for use of animals in research

Answer 5

1. BPS
2. Animals act 1986

Question 6

where are the official guidelines to ensure ethical solutions?

Answer 6

BPS
British Psychological Society

Question 7

what are the BPS guidelines?

Answer 7

1. observational research
2. protection of ppt
3. confidentiality
4. right to withdraw
5. debrief
6. deception
7. informed consent