ABSTRACT
Psychologists working in all settings strive to uphold general principles of ethical conduct. The American Psychological Association has set forth, in its Ethical Principles of Psychologist and Code of Conduct (hereafter called the APA Ethics Code, American Psychological Association 2002), the aspirational principles of psychologists. Psychologists are committed to the application of psychological knowledge and research to improve the situations of individuals, organizations, and society. The APA Code voiced the principle that psychologists respect the civil rights of others and strive to practice in a way reflective of the principles of beneficence and nonmalfeasance, fidelity and responsibility, integrity, justice, and respect for people’s rights. Similarly, the Canadian Code of Ethics for Psychologists, 3rd Edition (hereafter called the CPA Code of Ethics, Canadian Psychological Association, 2000) identified four aspirational principles, including respect for the dignity of the person, responsible caring, integrity in relationships, and responsibility to society.
