Social Psychology
The Monster Study
22 young participants were separated into two groups. None of the participants were informed of the intent of the research and were told they would be receiving speech therapy. The one group received positive comments about their speech process and the other group was constantly criticized for even the smallest mistakes.
This study would be considered...
Incorrect. Because some of the students in this study were humiliated and embarrassed this study is unethical.
Correct. This study is unethical because some of the students in this study were humiliated and embarrassed.