Each of the Following Is a Common Ethical Guideline Suggested

question 296

Multiple Choice

Each of the following is a common ethical guideline suggested by the American Psychological Association EXCEPT ________.

• A) participants may withdraw at any time
• B) investigators must debrief participants when deception was used
• C) parents of infant participants must be informed about the study
• D) debriefing may be omitted when young children are involved

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Definitions:

Elder Abuse

The physical or psychological mistreatment or neglect of elderly individuals.

Elderly Individuals

Elderly individuals refers to people often considered to be in the later stage of life, typically those who are 65 years of age and older, characterized by increased need for healthcare and social support.

Instrumental Aggression

Aggression motivated by the desire to obtain a concrete goal, such as playing with a desirable toy that another child is playing with.

Higher Rates

Describes a situation where there is an increase in the frequency, occurrence, or intensity of a specific variable or condition.