THE ETHICAL MIND:

EXPLORING THE
PRINCIPLES OF
PSYCHOLOGY'S CODE
OF ETHICS
 THE ETHICAL MIND

Psychology's Code of Ethics is a set of

guiding principles for psychologists to
ensure ethical behavior in their professional
practice. This presentation explores the key
principles of the code and how they can be
applied in real-life scenarios.
BENEFICENCE AND NON-MALEFICENCE

Beneficence refers to the psychologist's

obligation to promote the welfare of their
clients, while non-maleficence emphasizes
the importance of avoiding harm. This slide
explores how these principles can be
applied in practice, with examples of ethical
dilemmas and their resolutions.
FIDELITY AND RESPONSIBILITY

Fidelity refers to the importance of

maintaining trust and establishing
professional relationships with clients, while
responsibility emphasizes the need to take
responsibility for one's actions and
decisions. This slide explores how these
principles can be applied in practice, with
examples of ethical dilemmas and their
resolutions.
 INTEGRITY

Integrity emphasizes the importance of

honesty, accuracy, and transparency in all
professional activities. This slide explores
how this principle can be applied in
practice, with examples of ethical dilemmas
and their resolutions.
 JUSTIC
E
Justice refers to the obligation to treat all
individuals fairly and equitably, and to avoid
discrimination and bias. This slide explores
how this principle can be applied in
practice, with examples of ethical dilemmas
and their resolutions.
RESPECT FOR PEOPLE'S RIGHTS AND DIGNITY

Respect for People's Rights and Dignity

emphasizes the importance of respecting
the autonomy and dignity of all individuals,
and protecting their rights. This slide
explores how this principle can be applied
in practice, with examples of ethical
dilemmas and their resolutions.
 CONCLUSION

In conclusion, Psychology's Code of Ethics provides a framework for

ethical behavior in professional practice, and emphasizes the importance
of promoting well-being, avoiding harm, maintaining trust, taking
responsibility, being honest and transparent, treating all individuals fairly
and equitably, and respecting their rights and dignity. By following these
principles, psychologists can ensure that they are providing the best
possible care for their clients.
 Thanks
!
Aastha Maheshwari
Vanshika Arora