Decoding the Ethics Code

A Practical Guide for Psychologists

Celia B. Fisher

• Publisher: SAGE Publications, Inc
• Year: 2021
• Print ISBN: 9781544362717
• eBook ISBN: 9781544362748
• Edition: 5
• Topic: Psychology
• Subtopic: History & Theory in Psychology
• Index: Psychology

Revised to reflect the latest edition of the American Psychological Association's (APA) Ethical Principles of Psychologists and Code of Conduct, Celia B. Fisher's acclaimed Decoding the Ethics Code Fifth Edition explains and puts into practical perspective the format, choice of wording, aspirational principles, and enforceability of the code. Providing in-depth discussions of the foundation and application of each ethical standard to the broad spectrum of scientific, teaching, and professional roles of psychologists, this unique guide helps practitioners effectively use ethical principles and standards to morally conduct their work, avoid ethical violations, and, most importantly, preserve and protect the fundamental rights and welfare of those whom they serve. This edition covers crucial and timely topics, with new sections on the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and strategies for applying the social justice and liberation psychology moral frameworks to ethical decision making; addressing personal biases and the prejudices of those with whom psychologists work; and healing and self-care for Black, Indigenous, and People of Color psychologists, students and trainees.

 

Table of contents

• Cover
• Half Title
• Acknowledgements
• Title Page
• Copyright Page
• Brief Contents
• Detailed Contents
• Preface
• Acknowledgments
• About the Author
• Part one Introduction and Background
• Chapter One A Code of Ethics for Psychology How Did We Get Here?
• Chapter Two The Ethics Code Introduction and Preamble, and Relationship to Enforcement and Law How Is the Ethics Code Applied?
• Chapter Three General Principles, Ethical Commitment, and Virtues in Psychology
• Chapter Four Ethical Theories and Ethical Decision-Making
• Part Two Enforceable Standards
• Chapter Five Standards for Resolving Ethical Issues
• Chapter Six Standards on Competence
• Chapter Seven Standards on Human Relations
• Chapter Eight Standards on Privacy and Confidentiality
• Chapter Nine Standards on Advertising and Other Public Statements
• Chapter Ten Standards on Record Keeping and Fees
• Chapter Eleven Standards on Education and Training
• Chapter Twelve Standards on Research and Publication
• Chapter Thirteen Standards on Assessment
• Chapter Fourteen Standards on Therapy
• References
• Index