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Ethics in Psychology
Essay #1
For your first essay, you are being asked to conduct independent research in your formulation of a response to the issues outlined in the Hoffman report. An independent investigation conducted by David Hoffman of the law firm Sidley Austin concluded that psychologists in the American Psychological Association participated in the cover up of the actions of James Mitchell and Bruce Jessen in the CIA and, in fact, gave the green light to Jessen and Mitchell through the establishment of the Psychological Ethics and National Security (PENS) committee. In response to the report, the APA took several largely symbolic actions which are outlined in a link below (APA.org / interrogations). As it stands, no real accountability has been taken against psychologists who engaged in torture, or psychologists who have engaged in covering up torture. Moreover, Guantanamo Bay still exists and some detainees have even died in custody. Finally, the current U.S. policy on torture has actually been to refrain from signing on to international resolutions condemning such practices.
What responsibility does the American Psychological Association have to be accountable for the actions of its members? What should be done to hold individual members accountable and remain in line with our professional ethics?
Please see rubric for details.
For additional reading please see:
https://www.apa.org/pubs/info/reports/pens.pdf
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2248202/pdf/1747-5341-3-3.pdf
https://www.apa.org/news/press/statements/interrogations
http://theconversation.com/an-ethics-lesson-for-psychologists-dont-participate-in-torture-39308
Ethics Essay Sample Outline
5 pages (1000) words
- Introduction
- Presentation of the arguments
- Argument 1
- Argument 2
- Argument 3
- Presentation of objections or counter-arguments
- Objection 1
- Objection 2
- Objection 3
- A response to these objections
- Response 1
- Response 2
- Response 3
- Conclusion
Explanation & Answer
Attached is the assignment
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Running Head: PSYCHOLOGY
Psychology
Institutional Affiliation
Name
Date
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PSYCHOLOGY
Psychology
Introduction
The field of psychology relates to therapy and research. As a result, ethics are an
important factor. Working with people possess a lot of psychological and ethical concerns in
research. As a result, it is essential to have a code of ethics guiding these psychologists. The
APA code of ethics was drafted to guide psychologists and councilors all over the world today.
This code equips them with knowledge and skills on how to handle situations that may arise. The
America Psychological Association publishes the principles of psychologists and code that is
meant to help by outlining the principles that are supposed to be followed by these psychologists.
It is important to note that these principles are supposed to help psychologists in all fields
whether in business, research or in mental health. There have been instances where
psychological principles have not been followed. This has resulted in a lot of harm and pain for
the people concerned (Soldz, et al. 2008). For example, in cases of torture. A psychologist is
supposed to be present during these interactions, however, some of them do not act in line with
the ethical expectations. This paper is going to help us review the responsibility the
psychological association has to be accountable for its members.
Presentation of the Arguments
The American Psychological Association drafts the principles that guide the Association
of psychologists. They are responsible for ensuring that these rules and guidelines are followed.
The American Psychological Association has the responsibility of ensuring that the rules drafted
are clear and align themselves with the code of ethics that guide psychol...