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Citation
De La Vega R, Chaves E, Lund T, Koocher GP & Caes L (2025) Ethical Issues in International Research in Pediatric Psychology: Challenges and Opportunities. Journal of Clinical Psychology in Medical Settings. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10880-025-10087-z
Abstract
The rapidly expanding international scope of pediatric psychology presents significant collaborative opportunities as well as ethical challenges. In a quest of common ethics terminology and primary ethical considerations across international borders, we conducted an online survey with open-ended questions focusing on procedures essential to obtaining ethical approval for research with pediatric patients. Participants from 14 countries responded. This report provides an overview of some key international differences and challenges while providing recommendations for addressing each aspect. Key factors include ensuring international collaborators begin ethical planning from inception of the project; identifying pediatric ethics thought and policy leaders in each country; and confirming pertinent policies and procedures in each location.
Keywords
Ethics; Pediatric psychology; International research; Vulnerable populations; Adverse events
Notes
Accepted: 29 May 2025
Journal
Journal of Clinical Psychology in Medical Settings
Status | Early Online |
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Publication date online | 30/06/2025 |
Date accepted by journal | 29/05/2025 |
Publisher | Springer Science and Business Media LLC |
ISSN | 1068-9583 |
eISSN | 1573-3572 |
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Associate Professor, Psychology