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Coercion involves forcing someone into doing something against their will, often through threats or manipulation. In psychological research, it's unethical to coerce someone into participating in a study.
This principle ensures that individuals willingly choose to take part in research without feeling forced or coerced.
Manipulation Check: A technique used by researchers to determine if their manipulation has had its intended effect on subjects' responses.
Exploitation: Taking unfair advantage of someone for one’s own benefit; it's considered unethical in psychological research.