01-06-06-RM: Ethical Issues-BPS Guidelines

What is the primary purpose of the British Psychological Society's Code of Ethics and Conduct?

• To provide a framework for guiding decision-making for all members.

• To establish legal regulations for psychological practices.

• To offer financial guidelines for psychologists.

• To create a hierarchy within the Society.

What additional documents provide specific guidance alongside the Code of Ethics and Conduct?

• Code of Human Research Ethics and Practice Guidelines

• Financial Guidelines and Legal Regulations

• Member Conduct Rules and Ethical Standards

• Professional Conduct Rules and Practice Standards

What does the Society expect the Code to be used for in difficult, changing, and unclear situations?

• To form a basis for consideration of ethical questions

• To establish strict rules for all decisions

• To provide financial advice

• To create a hierarchy within the Society

Why is it important for members to be aware of research developments and developments in the field of ethics?

• To improve their technical skills

• To enhance their social interactions

• To make informed ethical decisions

• To increase their financial gains

What does behaving ethically require according to the document?

• Financial awareness

• Ethical awareness

• Social awareness

• Technical awareness

Which of the following is NOT listed as a bias affecting ethical reasoning?

• Salience

• Confirmation bias

• Loss aversion

• Financial bias

What should members do when confronted with a particularly challenging ethical issue?

• Ignore the issue

• Record their decision processes

• Consult a financial advisor

• Avoid making a decision

What are some of the skills required for acting ethically?

• Leadership, effective prioritisation, and risk management

• Financial management, social skills, and technical knowledge

• Physical strength, endurance, and agility

• Artistic skills, creativity, and innovation

Which of the following is NOT one of the four ethical Principles mentioned in the Code?

• Respect

• Competence

• Responsibility

• Accountability

What does each Principle in the Code reflect?

• The fundamental beliefs that guide ethical reasoning, decision-making, and behaviour

• The legal requirements for professional conduct

• The financial guidelines for the profession

• The historical context of the profession