Knapp, Handelsman, Gottlieb, and Vandecreek state that actions contrary to the Ethics Code may arise when psychologists applies their personal values to their professional activities. Describe how this may occur and what a psychologist can do to prevent this happening.

What will be an ideal response?


A good answer will include the following with examples:
a. Some values that are helpful in personal relationships may do harm in the professional setting, using an example such as the one cited in the book
b. On the other hand, setting aside personal values and morals, and a strict adherence to the ethical code may also produce harmful or unethical behavior, using an example such as to the one in the book
c. Psychologists need to integrate their moral and personal values with the ethical standards.

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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