Problem
Various associations including APA and AP-LS have their own legal and ethical guidelines. In addition, states have their specific codes of conduct for counselors and other mental health professionals. In this Discussion, you will examine the guidelines in your own state and consider how they align with those put forth by associations.
To prepare:
• Review your state's legal and ethical guidelines for psychologists.
• Compare these guidelines to the codes of ethics set forth by the APA and the AP-LS.
• Consider which specific guidelines within the codes of conduct seem most important or encompassing to you.
• Think about which guidelines might present the most challenge in your practice.
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.