Question

A researcher wishes to study generational differences in coping mechanisms among adults who experienced abuse as children. Adequate measures will be instituted to obtain informed consent and ensure that there is no breach of confidentiality. The most likely additional risk is that some subjects may:

a. lose their legal status.
b. feel that their privacy has been invaded.
c. experience emotional or psychological distress.
d. lose their employment.

Answer 1

Answer: The correct answer is C. Experience emotional or psychological distress

Explanation: Research proves that victims of abuse can experience significant emotional and/or psychological distress while recalling past abuse experiences.

There are certain triggers that can provoke fear or distressing memories such as certain questions or recallings, so it is most likely and additional risk that some subjects indeed may experience emotional or psychological distress.