A potential ethical issue refers to a moral concern or dilemma that may arise during the research process, which can impact the rights, well-being, and privacy of participants or other relevant stakeholders.
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Informed Consent: Participants in research studies should be provided with all necessary information about the study's purpose, procedures, potential risks, and benefits before agreeing to participate.
Confidentiality: Researchers must ensure that any personal or sensitive information shared by participants remains private and is not disclosed without their consent.
Debriefing: After participating in a study, participants should receive a thorough explanation of the study's purpose, results (if applicable), and any deception used during the experiment.