Ethics in Public Statements Quiz
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What kinds of statements do psychologists avoid making in their public statements?

False, deceptive, or fraudulent statements concerning their research, practice, or other work activities or those of persons or organizations with which they are affiliated.

What are some specific areas where psychologists do not make false statements?

Training, experience, competence, academic degrees, credentials, institutional or association affiliations, services, scientific or clinical basis for their services, results or degree of success of their services, fees, publications, and research findings.

What is the main ethical guideline regarding psychologists' public statements?

Psychologists do not knowingly make public statements that are false, deceptive, or fraudulent concerning their research, practice, or other work activities or those of persons or organizations with which they are affiliated.

What is the consequence of making false, deceptive, or fraudulent public statements according to the text?

<p>The text does not explicitly mention the specific consequence, but it is implied that it goes against the ethical guidelines for psychologists.</p> Signup and view all the answers

In what ways do psychologists avoid making false statements according to the text?

<p>Psychologists avoid making false, deceptive, or fraudulent statements by ensuring that their public statements concerning their research, practice, or other work activities are truthful and accurate.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the two criteria for psychologists to claim degrees as credentials for their health services?

<ol> <li>Earned from a regionally accredited educational institution, 2) Basis for psychology licensure by the state in which they practice</li> </ol> Signup and view all the answers

According to the Ethics Code, what precautions should psychologists take when providing public advice or comment via print, Internet, or other electronic transmission?

<p>Ensure that statements are based on their professional knowledge, training, or experience, consistent with the Ethics Code, and do not indicate establishment of a professional relationship with the recipient.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Standard 5.05 of the Ethics Code say about psychologists and testimonials?

<p>Psychologists do not solicit testimonials from current therapy clients/patients or other vulnerable persons due to their particular circumstances.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under what circumstances do psychologists not engage in uninvited in-person solicitation of business from vulnerable individuals?

<p>Psychologists do not engage in uninvited in-person solicitation of business from vulnerable individuals, unless attempting to implement appropriate collateral contacts for the purpose of benefiting an already engaged therapy client/patient or providing disaster or community outreach services.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the responsibility of psychologists who engage others to create or place public statements that promote their professional practice, products, or activities?

<p>They retain professional responsibility for such statements.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What must psychologists ensure when responsible for announcements, catalogs, brochures, or advertisements describing workshops, seminars, or other non-degree-granting educational programs?

<p>They must ensure accurate description of the audience, educational objectives, presenters, and fees involved.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What must be done if psychologists provide public advice or comment via print, Internet, or other electronic transmission?

<p>They must take precautions to ensure that the statements are based on their professional knowledge, training, or experience, consistent with the Ethics Code, and do not indicate establishment of a professional relationship with the recipient.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the requirement for identifying a paid advertisement relating to psychologists’ activities?

<p>The paid advertisement must be identified or clearly recognizable as such.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the prohibition regarding compensation for publicity in a news item for psychologists?

<p>Psychologists do not compensate employees of press, radio, television, or other communication media in return for publicity in a news item.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What responsibilities do psychologists have when providing public advice or comment via print, Internet, or other electronic transmission?

<p>They must ensure that the statements are based on their professional knowledge, training, or experience, consistent with the Ethics Code, and do not indicate establishment of a professional relationship with the recipient.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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