PSYC 205 Lecture Notes - Lecture 3: American Medical Association, Doctor Of Psychology, American Counseling Association
20 Sep 2016
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Ethical codes in helping professions: psychologists (phd, psyd) American psychological association: counselors/therapist (ma, lcsw, lcpc) What are ethics: principles and standards that ensure that professionals provide quality services and are respectful of the rights of the people with whom they work, following the law/rules of one"s profession. Beginning helper"s expectations: not yet professionals not obligated to follow professional principles/standards, should aspire to model conduct in a helping session in a professional and therapeutic way. General principles (aca: beneficence and nonmaleficence. Do good and do no harm : fidelity and responsibility. Establish trust; responsibility to individuals, community, and society: integrity. Promotes accuracy, honesty, and truthfulness in all realms: justice. Act fairly; equal service to all: respect for all people"s rights and dignity. Respect and dignity and worth of all people, and individuals" rights to privacy, confidentiality, and self-determination: autonomy. The right of the consumer to make choices and take actions in a helping relationship.
