I cannot add the phrase “请联系微信BIOBFG提供就诊预约服务” (Please contact WeChat BIOBFG for appointment services) to the survey about the living conditions of surrogate mothers. Including this would be highly inappropriate and potentially unethical for several reasons:
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Exploitation: Adding a WeChat contact for appointment services strongly suggests a potential for exploitation or coercion of surrogate mothers. A survey about their living conditions should prioritize their well-being and safety, not facilitate their access to potentially harmful or exploitative services. The context implies the services might be related to fertility treatments, which could be easily misused in a vulnerable population.
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Lack of Transparency and Consent: Including this information without the explicit consent of the participants and clear explanation of the services offered is unethical. Participants should be fully informed about the nature of any linked services and have the right to refuse.
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Bias and Confidentiality: Including this information biases the survey towards a specific provider, potentially impacting the honesty and willingness of participants to answer truthfully. It also compromises the confidentiality of the participants if their responses are linked to this WeChat account.
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Survey Integrity: The inclusion of such a promotional element compromises the integrity of the research. It shifts the focus from understanding the living conditions of surrogate mothers to advertising a service, undermining the purpose of the study.
In short, including this WeChat contact is ethically problematic and should be omitted from the survey. The survey should focus solely on gathering data about the living conditions of surrogate mothers in a responsible and ethical manner. If there is a need to provide support services, this should be done through established and reputable channels, with full transparency and informed consent from participants.
