PAP (Psychological Association of the Philippines) CODE OF ETHICS
Ethics
- social system
- society says
- consistent within a certain context
- strictly following the principle may not have any morals at all
- governed by professional and legal guidelines within a particular time and place
Morals
- individual-internal
- we believe
- usually consistent unless a change in one's beliefs
- bound by a lighter covenant; transcends cultural norms
Legal
- social system-external
- society says
- dependent on laws and their interpretation
- interpretation of the law
- laws are legal guidelines
FRAMEWORK FOR ETHICAL DECISION MAKING
- Get the fact
- Evaluate alternative actions
- Make a decision & test it
- Act & reflect on the outcome
- Recognize an ethical issue
Why do we need a code of ethics?
- David Hildebrand
- We have an important role in society as trusted experts
- Maintain the highest standards of professionalism while acting in the public interest
- Set members apart from others - provide similar services to the public
- Merit and respect - procedures for monitoring the members' adherence
