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Of Voyeurism & Social Research

A research student stood guard in public toilets as he watched other men engage in sexual activities. He followed them to their homes; months later interviewing them about their family life and circumstances.

Laud Humphrey’s research was both ground-breaking and rule-breaking.

A foundation case study for research ethics and social science methodology, it’s a must read for new researchers.

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