PSYC 295 Study Guide - Final Guide: Empiricism, Measuring Instrument, Skeletal Muscle
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Experimental methods are used to answer cause-effect questions. They enable the researcher to control the environment and manipulate the variable of interest. Nonexperimental methods are used to answer the relationship questions. They are often necessary when the research question does not permit such extensive control or when ethical issues are involved. Beneficence and nonmaleficence- psychologists seeks to contribute to the welfare of those with whom they interact professionally, including patients, clients, students, supervisees, human research participants, and animal research participants. Integrity- psychologists are honest, fair, and respectful of others. Any use of deception involves the careful analysis of the potential benefits versus the potential harm. Justice- psychologists understand that everyone should have access to the benefits of psychological practice and research. Psychologists recognize that there are limits to their competence and expertise. They should not go beyond these limits in their teaching, service, or research.
