Author Question: The dark fears study exposed children to potentially frightening images. What is the responsibility ... (Read 137 times)

ETearle · **on:** Aug 4, 2018

The dark fears study exposed children to potentially frightening images. What is the responsibility of the researcher if one of the child participants shows extreme distress during the study.

A) Complete the trials as quickly as possible to keep the distress to a minimum.
B) Reassure the child if necessary and discontinue the procedure if the reassurance is insufficient.
C) Ask permission of the parent to continue.
D) Ask permission of the child to continue.

Question 2

Why do you need the consent of a parent or guardian when doing research with children?

A) Children cannot give legal consent.
B) Parents would want to know what is happening to their children.
C) Young children often cannot sign their name.
D) You need the consent of parents for all research, whether with children or adults.