Ethical Principles in Psychology

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What principle involves taking care to do no harm?

  • Respect for People’s Rights and Dignity
  • Beneficence and Nonmaleficence (correct)
  • Integrity
  • Fidelity and Responsibility

Which principle emphasizes promoting accuracy, honesty, and truthfulness?

  • Integrity (correct)
  • Justice
  • Fidelity and Responsibility
  • Respect for People’s Rights and Dignity

What is the principle that involves fairness and justice to all individuals?

  • Justice (correct)
  • Respect for People’s Rights and Dignity
  • Fidelity and Responsibility
  • Beneficence and Nonmaleficence

Which principle requires respecting the dignity and worth of all individuals?

<p>Respect for People’s Rights and Dignity (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If a psychologist witnesses an ethical violation by another professional, what is the recommended course of action?

<p>Resolve the issue through informal means or escalate to appropriate authorities (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should a psychologist do if informal resolution of an ethical issue is not enough or appropriate?

<p>Refer the matter to state or national committees on professional ethics or other appropriate bodies (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct action a psychologist should take if they are unable to obtain the competence required to provide services to a client?

<p>Make reasonable effort to obtain the competence required and still provide the services (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the ethical obligation of a psychologist when delegating work to others?

<p>Authorize the work only to people who are competent and avoid those with multiple relationships with the client (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT an ethics violation according to the text?

<p>Continuously developing and maintaining one's competence (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What must psychologists do when they know their personal problems would affect their professional performance?

<p>Take appropriate measures such as referrals, assistance, and determine where they can work (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the ethical obligation of psychologists when filing complaints against other psychologists?

<p>File complaints responsibly by checking the facts about the allegations (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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