A researcher conducts a study on the effects of peer pressure on decision-making. Participants are led to believe they are in a group chat with other students making financial choices, but they are actually interacting with a computer program designed to pressure them into making risky decisions. After the session, the researcher tells each participant: "Thank you for participating. This study was about decision-making. Your data will be kept confidential and anonymous." Based on the ethical requirements for conducting research, evaluate the researcher's concluding statement to the participant.

Debriefing Script

Disclosing the Research Design

Disclosing Deception

Providing Practical Benefits During Debriefing

Seeking Participant Feedback During Debriefing

Research Protocol

Withholding the Research Question

Allocating Time for Consent and Debriefing

Monitoring Participants for Unanticipated Reactions

What is the primary purpose of debriefing in psychological research?