Ethical dilemmas refer to situations in psychological practice where professionals are faced with conflicting moral choices or obligations that may arise when applying theories or conducting research.
Related terms
Informed Consent: Obtaining permission from participants before involving them in any research or therapeutic activities.
Confidentiality: Respecting the privacy of individuals by keeping their personal information secure and not disclosing it without proper consent.
Deception: The intentional misleading of participants in research studies, which can raise ethical concerns if it causes harm or violates their rights.