CJ 2597 Lecture Notes - Lecture 3: Belmont Report, Monster Study, Syphilis
9 Mar 2020
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Ethics: what is allowed in conducting research; agreement on what is permitted. Harm (emotional, physical) allowed if benefits outweigh the potential harm to subjects. Consent required from subjects - must be voluntary participation. Maintain anonymity and confidentiality - cannot implicate them in conflict, or reveal their identity in findings (ex. name) Generalize study about child abuse so subjects are not hesitant to participate. Specify and commit to duration of study. All results must be reported that were found within time span of study; truthful reports of discoveries (accidents, contrary results) No medical assistance provided; watched/analyzed because the researchers did not have treatment. Did not inform subjects of discovering a cure - continued. Belmont report: ethical principles protecting subjects observations. Respect for subject - respect consent; must be aware of risks/benefits. Justice - worthwhile study: meaningful research with absolutely necessary procedures. Institutional review board - approves research proposal. Ethical experiments must balance pursuing results and protecting subjects wellbeing.
