title: Methods for studying sensitive family topics.
abstract: Researchers on sensitive topics in family relations face a number of obstacles, due to the private nature of the family and to ethical constraints on the study of humans. Difficulties in locating subjects, engaging their cooperation, and obtaining valid and reliable data are discussed, and methods are proposed for pursuing research on these important but frequently taboo topics.
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D002648:Child; D002649:Child Abuse; D003142:Communication; D003219:Confidentiality; D005190:Family; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D010262:Paraphilic Disorders / Q000523:psychology; D012106:Research; D012942:Social Sciences; D013179:Spouse Abuse; D013609:Taboo; D014754:Violence