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English Title: Legal Challenges and Solution Approaches for Open Science in Clinical Psychological

Abstract: Open science practices are becoming increasingly important in clinical psychology research, but pose particular legal and ethical challenges for researchers. This article provides an overview of the key legal frameworks in German-speaking countries, focussing on data protection, copyright, and other relevant research rights, highlighting their importance for open data, open materials, and open access. It provides practical recommendations for consent  processes, data preparation, and legally compliant publication channels. Additionally, it  discusses special considerations for vulnerable groups, such as minors, individuals with  neuropsychological disorders, and individuals unable to give consent, and presents  requirements in the context of multicentre studies or clinical institutions. The article offers concrete solutions for anonymisation, selecting suitable repositories, implementing tiered  access controls, and coordinating with data protection officers and ethics committees. The aim is to provide researchers with sound guidance on implementing open science in a responsible, legally compliant and ethically reflective manner in clinical psychology research.