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Psychological Research Ethics

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AP Psychology

Definition

Psychological research ethics refers to a set of moral principles that guide researchers' behavior when conducting studies involving human subjects. These principles ensure participant safety, privacy, informed consent, confidentiality, and minimize potential harm.

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