Type:	Journal Article
Title:	Bearing witness: ethics in domestic violence research
Other Titles:	The Lancet
Authors:	Heise, Lori Ellsberg, Mary
Keywords:	Standards;Overview
Year:	2002
Publisher:	J. Onwhyn
Citation:	359 (9317), May 4, 2002
Notes:	Discusses some of the difficulties associated with applying and practising in accordance with established ethical principles in the field of domestic violence research, highlighting the significant danger that unethical practice in this area can create for women. The ethical and safety recommendations and guidelines developed by the WHO are set out and the main areas of concern are identified as non-maleficence, ensuring participant safety, protecting privacy and confidentiality, providing referral for support and care, and minimising harm to the research team. Strategies for maximising the benefits of the study are also discussed, including ensuring the work recognises and seeks to minimise the under-reporting of violence and researchers’ responsibility to utilise the interview and its findings, to achieve positive social change. The principle of respect for individuals is discussed in relation to the procedures commonly used to ensure informed and voluntary consent. The principle of distributive justice or the duty to weigh up the risks and benefits of a research project is also identified as having a central role.
URI:	https://anrows.intersearch.com.au/anrowsjspui/handle/1/13603
ISSN:	0140-6736
Appears in Collections:	Journal Articles

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