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Standard 8.09 governs the humane treatment of nonhuman animal subjects in psychological research. Psychologists must acquire, care for, use, and dispose of animals in compliance with all regulations and professional standards. Researchers must make reasonable efforts to minimize pain and discomfort, and may only subject animals to stress or pain when alternative procedures are unavailable and the study's value justifies it.

Humane Care and Use of Animals in Research

While the majority of contemporary psychological research relies on human participants, a significant minority involves nonhuman animal subjects. This practice is especially prevalent in fields such as the study of learning and conditioning, behavioral neuroscience, and the development of surgical or drug therapies for psychological disorders.

Nonhuman Animal Subjects in Research

The Committee on Animal Research and Ethics is an organization within the American Psychological Association (APA) that provides detailed information and guidance regarding the APA’s official position on the ethical use and humane treatment of nonhuman animal subjects.

Committee on Animal Research and Ethics

According to the ethical guidelines for animal research, under what specific condition are psychologists permitted to subject nonhuman animal subjects to stress or pain?

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