Multiple Choice
Which of the following is an example of how the principle of beneficence can be applied to a psychological study?
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The Scientifc Method in Psychology
Multiple Choice
Which committee is responsible for reviewing research involving human participants to ensure ethical standards are met in psychology studies?
A
Institutional Review Board (IRB)
B
American Psychological Association (APA)
C
National Institutes of Health (NIH)
D
Data Safety Monitoring Board (DSMB)
Verified step by step guidance1
Understand the role of ethical oversight in psychological research, which is to protect the rights and welfare of human participants involved in studies.
Identify the committee specifically tasked with reviewing research proposals to ensure they meet ethical standards, such as informed consent, confidentiality, and minimizing harm.
Recognize that the Institutional Review Board (IRB) is the official committee responsible for this review process in research institutions.
Differentiate the IRB from other organizations: the American Psychological Association (APA) provides ethical guidelines but does not review individual studies; the National Institutes of Health (NIH) funds research but does not conduct ethical reviews; and the Data Safety Monitoring Board (DSMB) monitors data safety during clinical trials but is not responsible for initial ethical approval.
Conclude that the correct answer is the Institutional Review Board (IRB), as it ensures that all research involving human participants adheres to ethical standards before the study begins.
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