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According to the APS code of ethics, who does the code apply to?
According to the APS code of ethics, who does the code apply to?
- Only psychologists working in mental health institutions
- Both registered psychologists and those belonging to the APS (correct)
- Only registered psychologists
- Only psychologists belonging to the APS
What does conduct refer to, as defined in the code of ethics?
What does conduct refer to, as defined in the code of ethics?
- The professional relationships psychologists establish with their clients
- Any act or omission by psychologists that may cast doubt on their competence or harm public trust in the profession of psychology (correct)
- The ethical decision-making process of psychologists
- The manner in which psychologists handle client information
What are the parties involved in psychological services, as defined by the code?
What are the parties involved in psychological services, as defined by the code?
- Only individuals and couples
- Individuals, couples, families, and organizations (correct)
- Individuals, families, and mental health institutions
- Only individuals seeking psychological help
What does General Principle A of the code emphasize?
What does General Principle A of the code emphasize?
What is included in the guidelines for General Principle A?
What is included in the guidelines for General Principle A?
What does General Principle B focus on?
What does General Principle B focus on?
What does General Principle B address?
What does General Principle B address?
What are multiple relationships in the context of psychology?
What are multiple relationships in the context of psychology?
What do psychological services encompass?
What do psychological services encompass?
What must psychologists inform clients of?
What must psychologists inform clients of?
What does the APS code of ethics guide the ethical conduct of?
What does the APS code of ethics guide the ethical conduct of?
When was the APS code of ethics adopted?
When was the APS code of ethics adopted?
What is the APS?
What is the APS?
What are the national practice standards for the mental health workforce called?
What are the national practice standards for the mental health workforce called?
Which standard emphasizes the importance of maintaining privacy and actively promoting safety?
Which standard emphasizes the importance of maintaining privacy and actively promoting safety?
What is the main focus of Standard 6?
What is the main focus of Standard 6?
What is the purpose of Standard 9?
What is the purpose of Standard 9?
What is the focus of Standard 11?
What is the focus of Standard 11?
What is the integral part of all mental health work according to Standard 12?
What is the integral part of all mental health work according to Standard 12?
What is the peak body in Australia for registered psychologists?
What is the peak body in Australia for registered psychologists?
What organization is NOT the registration board for psychologists in Australia?
What organization is NOT the registration board for psychologists in Australia?
What is the main focus of Standard 10?
What is the main focus of Standard 10?
What is the main focus of Standard 7?
What is the main focus of Standard 7?
What is the purpose of Standard 5?
What is the purpose of Standard 5?
According to the Professional Code of Conduct for Psychologists, which code emphasizes the importance of practicing within professional competence and maintaining adequate records for at least 7 years?
According to the Professional Code of Conduct for Psychologists, which code emphasizes the importance of practicing within professional competence and maintaining adequate records for at least 7 years?
What does Code B3 of the Professional Code of Conduct for Psychologists outline?
What does Code B3 of the Professional Code of Conduct for Psychologists outline?
Which code in the Professional Code of Conduct for Psychologists details the provision of psychological services at the request of a third party?
Which code in the Professional Code of Conduct for Psychologists details the provision of psychological services at the request of a third party?
What does Code B5 of the Professional Code of Conduct for Psychologists address?
What does Code B5 of the Professional Code of Conduct for Psychologists address?
What does Code B6 of the Professional Code of Conduct for Psychologists discuss?
What does Code B6 of the Professional Code of Conduct for Psychologists discuss?
What is the focus of Code B7 in the Professional Code of Conduct for Psychologists?
What is the focus of Code B7 in the Professional Code of Conduct for Psychologists?
According to the Professional Code of Conduct for Psychologists, which code emphasizes the collaboration with other professionals and offering second opinions for the benefit of clients?
According to the Professional Code of Conduct for Psychologists, which code emphasizes the collaboration with other professionals and offering second opinions for the benefit of clients?
What does Code B9 of the Professional Code of Conduct for Psychologists address?
What does Code B9 of the Professional Code of Conduct for Psychologists address?
Which code in the Professional Code of Conduct for Psychologists provides guidelines for resolving conflicting demands between an organization and the professional code?
Which code in the Professional Code of Conduct for Psychologists provides guidelines for resolving conflicting demands between an organization and the professional code?
What is outlined in Code B13 of the Professional Code of Conduct for Psychologists?
What is outlined in Code B13 of the Professional Code of Conduct for Psychologists?
According to the Professional Code of Conduct for Psychologists, what does Code B14 address?
According to the Professional Code of Conduct for Psychologists, what does Code B14 address?
What does Section C of the Professional Code of Conduct for Psychologists emphasize?
What does Section C of the Professional Code of Conduct for Psychologists emphasize?
Study Notes
Professional Code of Conduct for Psychologists
- Code B1.3 and B1.4 emphasize the importance of practicing within professional competence, self-monitoring, and maintaining adequate records for at least 7 years, or until the client is 25 if under 18.
- Code B3 outlines the professional responsibilities of psychologists, including acting with care and skill, taking responsibility for their conduct, and providing services only when necessary.
- Code B4 details the provision of psychological services at the request of a third party, emphasizing the need for clear communication and disclosure to all parties involved.
- Code B5 addresses the provision of psychological services to multiple clients, emphasizing the importance of explaining confidentiality limits and obtaining explicit acceptance from each client.
- Code B6 discusses the delegation of professional tasks, highlighting the requirement for delegates to be competent and the overseeing of their tasks.
- Code B7 focuses on the use of interpreters in psychological services.
- Code B8 emphasizes the collaboration with other professionals and offering second opinions for the benefit of clients.
- Code B9 addresses the acceptance of clients from other professionals and the suspension and termination of psychological services when necessary.
- Code B12 provides guidelines for resolving conflicting demands between an organization and the professional code.
- Code B13 outlines the ethical conduct in psychological assessment, including using quality instruments, understanding limitations, and accurate reporting.
- Code B14 addresses ethical conduct in research, including compliance with codes, data availability, and accurate reporting.
- Section C emphasizes integrity, including reputable behavior, communication, conflict of interest, non-exploitation, authorship, and financial arrangements guidelines. It also discusses extreme boundary violations, such as sexual contact with clients, and the ethical implications, as well as the responsibilities in ethics investigations and concerns.
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Test your knowledge of the professional code of conduct for psychologists with this quiz. Explore key ethical guidelines and responsibilities, including competence, confidentiality, collaboration, research ethics, integrity, and more. Ideal for psychology students, professionals, and anyone interested in ethical practices in psychology.
