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Questionable methods in alcoholism research.
1Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts.
Journal of Consulting and Clinical Psychology
|April 1, 1991
Summary
Ethical concerns arise in alcoholism research involving cash incentives and laboratory ethanol consumption. Researchers must detail risks, benefits, and participant protections in publications.
Area of Science:
- Medical Ethics
- Addiction Research
- Psychology
Background:
- Alcoholism research often employs methods that raise ethical questions.
- Substantial cash incentives and laboratory ethanol consumption are common in addiction studies.