Ethics in Research: BPS and Scientific Procedures Act
Ethics in research
Real World
In Milgram's electric shock study, participants were deceived about the true aim and the learner's identity; a full debriefing was required afterwards to meet ethical standards for justified deception.
Exam Focus
When asked to 'apply ethical guidelines', name the specific BPS principle (e.g. informed consent) and explain how it was breached or upheld.
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