What ethical guideline(s) is are violated in the following study? A child therapist thinks the new, untested psychotherapy she recently developed is more effective than physician-prescribed medications for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. To research the effectiveness of her therapy, she tells parents that the therapy replaces the need for the medications and then provides the therapy to
half of her clients, without telling parents about the study or which treatment group their child is in.
a. voluntary participation and informed consent.
b. no harm to the participant.
c. deceiving subjects.
d. all of these.
D
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A) help them acquire the resources, skills, and opportunities to advocate for themselves. B) advocate for changes that will benefit them. C) act to change law and policies that negatively impact them. D) provide effective counseling for them to make better personal choices.
If a politician supports a policy in order to enhance their own prestige, it is an example of:
A) A past stance. B) A vested interest. C) A situational reality. D) Political strategy.
Analyze the following statements about group decision making and planning to determine which represents the most effective strategy
A. Group decisions are best made by an expert member. B. Group decisions are best made by an outside authority. C. Group decisions are best made in a way that benefits group members with the most power. D. Group decisions are best made in a way that fits the unique qualities of the group and the decision to be made.
Flowing from the mission of the NASW Code of Ethics are six core values. List and describe each one.
What will be an ideal response?