Evaluate the ethics of one of the studies in which human
subjects were used. Sherman and Berk’s (1984) study of domestic violence raises
some interesting ethical issues, but there are also points to consider in most
of the other studies. Which ethical guidelines (see Chapter 3) seem most
difficult to adhere to? Where do you think the line should be drawn between not
taking any risks at all with research participants and developing valid
scientific knowledge? Be sure to consider various costs and benefits of the
research. Now do the same for one of the articles reviewed in this chapter.
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