Sexuality research, like all research involving human subjects, is subject to ethical guidelines. These guidelines are developed and enforced by scientific and professional organizations such as the American Medical Association (AMA) and the American Psychological Association (APA) to ensure that research is conducted in a manner that is safe, ethical, and respectful of participants' rights and well-being.

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Sexuality Research

Question 82

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Sexuality research:

A) is not subject to ethical regulation because it is such a new endeavor.
B) is governed by the ethical principle "let the consumer beware."
C) is subject to ethical guidelines developed by scientific organizations such as the AMA and APA.
D) is not subject to ethical regulation unless subjects run the risk of harm by participating in research.

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