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Barbara Voltelen^1,2, Ann E E Johansson³, Annemarie G Toubøl¹

¹University College Lillebaelt, Vejle, Denmark.

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Ethical qualitative research with families requires careful attention to relationships and consent. Researchers must navigate complex dynamics to protect participants and ensure respectful data collection.

Keywords:

ethics family interrelated persons interview qualitative research

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Area of Science:

Qualitative Research Ethics
Family Studies
Clinical Psychology

Background:

Qualitative research involving families presents unique ethical challenges.
Relational dynamics, informed consent, and methodological choices are critical.
Previous research has not fully addressed the complexities of family-centered qualitative research.

Purpose of the Study:

To explore ethical complexities in qualitative research with families.
To provide practical insights for navigating ethical dilemmas in family interviews.
To integrate ethical frameworks with real-world research experiences.

Main Methods:

Drawing on research experiences across diverse clinical contexts.
Reflecting on ethical challenges encountered in joint and family interviews.
Integrating established ethical frameworks with practical insights.

Main Results:

Key considerations include clarifying objectives, distinguishing research from therapy, and ongoing informed consent.
Managing confidentiality, withdrawal, and participant voices requires sensitivity to relational contexts.
Researchers must maintain boundaries while acknowledging potential therapeutic effects.

Conclusions:

Ethical dilemmas in family-centered research are context-dependent.
Reflexivity, empathy, and deliberate planning are essential for ethical practice.
Flexible, participant-centered strategies safeguard respect for persons and generate meaningful data.