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Consider potential ethical lapses that might still be present or alternative research approaches that could inform the topic. Respond with a question for your reply post.--Obedience research raises important ethical concerns, especially because studies like Milgram's showed that people can feel extreme stress when pressured by authority. However, researchers can still study obedience in ethical ways by following strict guidelines. First, participants should give informed consent and be told the general purpose of the study. Even if some deception is used, it should not cause harm. Researchers should also make it very clear that participants can withdraw at any time without pressure, which was a major issue in Milgram's original study (Chapman et al., 2019). Debriefing is another key step. After the study, researchers need to fully explain what happened and why, especially if deception was involved. This helps reduce confusion or guilt and supports the participant's well-being (Russell, 2011). Researchers should also design studies that minimize stress, such as using simulations, role-playing, or surveys instead of intense real-life pressure. This still allows them to study how authority influences behavior. As Cialdini (2009) explains, people are naturally influenced by authority, which makes this research important, but it must be done safely.