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What is the first step in the ethical decision-making process outlined in the Canadian Code of Ethics for Psychologists?
What is the first step in the ethical decision-making process outlined in the Canadian Code of Ethics for Psychologists?
- Development of alternative courses of action
- Analysis of likely short-term, ongoing, and long-term risks and benefits
- Consideration of how biases might influence the development of courses of action
- Identification of ethically relevant issues and practices (correct)
Which factor should be considered in the evaluation of the results of the course of action?
Which factor should be considered in the evaluation of the results of the course of action?
- Personal biases and external pressures
- Relevant individual and cultural contextual factors (correct)
- Cultural and social factors only
- Likely short-term risks and benefits only
What should be done after the conscientious application of existing principles, values, and standards?
What should be done after the conscientious application of existing principles, values, and standards?
- Action, assuming no responsibility for the consequences (correct)
- Consideration of how biases might influence the development of courses of action
- Analysis of likely short-term risks and benefits
- Development of alternative courses of action
Which step involves the consideration of how one’s own biases, external pressures, personal needs, or cultural, social context might influence the development of courses of action?
Which step involves the consideration of how one’s own biases, external pressures, personal needs, or cultural, social context might influence the development of courses of action?
What is an essential component of respect for the dignity of persons and peoples?
What is an essential component of respect for the dignity of persons and peoples?
In their work, what are psychologists responsible for protecting and promoting?
In their work, what are psychologists responsible for protecting and promoting?
What should psychologists acknowledge and respect in their work?
What should psychologists acknowledge and respect in their work?
Why do psychologists have a responsibility to balance moral rights in their decision making?
Why do psychologists have a responsibility to balance moral rights in their decision making?
What is the process of obtaining informed consent?
What is the process of obtaining informed consent?
In what circumstances should informed consent be obtained more than once?
In what circumstances should informed consent be obtained more than once?
When can psychologists proceed with the assent of individuals and groups without fully informed consent?
When can psychologists proceed with the assent of individuals and groups without fully informed consent?
For what type of research activities is informed consent required?
For what type of research activities is informed consent required?
Study Notes
Ethical Decision-Making Process
- The first step in the ethical decision-making process outlined in the Canadian Code of Ethics for Psychologists is to identify the problem or dilemma.
Evaluating Courses of Action
- In evaluating the results of a course of action, consider the potential consequences and potential harm to individuals or groups.
Applying Principles, Values, and Standards
- After the conscientious application of existing principles, values, and standards, critically evaluate the resulting courses of action.
Considering Biases and Influences
- Consider how one’s own biases, external pressures, personal needs, or cultural, social context might influence the development of courses of action.
Respect for Dignity of Persons and Peoples
- Essential components of respect for the dignity of persons and peoples include respecting autonomy, promoting justice, and upholding the welfare of individuals and communities.
Psychologists' Responsibilities
- Psychologists are responsible for protecting and promoting the dignity, welfare, and rights of individuals and communities.
Acknowledging Diversity
- Psychologists should acknowledge and respect diversity, including cultural, individual, and role differences.
Balancing Moral Rights
- Psychologists have a responsibility to balance moral rights in their decision making to ensure that no one right takes precedence over others.
Informed Consent
- The process of obtaining informed consent involves providing individuals with sufficient information to make informed decisions about their participation.
- Informed consent should be obtained more than once in ongoing research or when significant changes occur.
- Psychologists can proceed with the assent of individuals and groups without fully informed consent in situations where informed consent is not possible or is not feasible.
- Informed consent is required for all research activities involving human participants, unless waived by a research ethics board.
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This quiz focuses on identifying ethically relevant issues and practices in psychology, including moral rights, values, wellbeing, and best interests of individuals and groups involved, as well as the cultural, social, historical, economic, institutional, legal, or political context in which the ethical problems arise.
