ABSTRACT
As, noted in chapter 3, issues of justice have to do with deciding how to treat others in a fair, impartial, or equitable manner. In modern times, theories of justice have been tied to conceptions of human rights, which include assumptions about peoples’ basic needs, such as education, medical attention and a decent standard of living (Benn, 1967b). Psychologists have struggled with whether people have a right to a basic level of psychological services and whether it is unjust or unfair when they do not receive it. The question of whether psychological services are luxuries to be enjoyed by the wealthy or necessities that all people should be able to use is one of social justice.
