Assignment: Ethical Considerations
Ethical considerations can become complex, particularly within the many careers in which psychology graduates find themselves. You received just an introduction to the area of professional ethics. Your Discussion gives you an opportunity to consider what ethical principles are in psychology and what they might mean to you as a professional.
To prepare for this Discussion:
• Read the information on ethics presented in the APA websites listed in this Learning Resources.
• Review the General Principles of the APA Ethical Standards from the resource titled "Ethical Principles of Psychologists and Code of Conduct" found in the Learning Resources
• Select one of the principles and think about how it applies to your program or area of specialization.
• Take the time to really envision what your success looks and feels like; really sit back and put yourself in that position and create the "you" that successfully finishes this program and how you might put what you learn into action for positive social change.
With these thoughts in mind:
Post a brief description of the principle you selected from the General Principles of the APA Ethical Standards you read about in "Ethical Principles of Psychologists and Code of Conduct." Explain it in your own words. Explain in what way the principle could be applicable in your area of specialization and why.
The response should include a reference list. Double-space, using Times New Roman 12 pnt font, one-inch margins, and APA style of writing and citations.