The Oxford Handbook of International Psychological Ethics

by Leach, Mark M.; Stevens, Michael J.; Lindsay, Geoff; Ferrero, Andrea; Korkut, Yesim

• ISBN13: 9780199739165
• ISBN10: 0199739161
• Edition: 1st
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2012-07-25
• Publisher: Oxford University Press

Summary

The need for quality standards and rules of conduct concerning all aspects of the activities of psychology has long been acknowledged. In particular, over the last few years there has been a growing awareness of the need for and the advantage of internationally recognized ethical standards, particularly concerning research and practice and the well-being of individuals and societies. With this need in mind, this volume provides the most comprehensive assembly of facts and visions across the entire field of psychological ethics that one could imagine. The Oxford Handbook of International Psychological Ethicsis the state-of-the-art source for information on psychological ethics worldwide, and offers an inclusive international review of contemporary and emerging ethical issues within the profession and science of psychology. There is no comparable book on the market, notwithstanding the importance and timeliness of the topics to be covered. These include: - a concise history of ethical standards of psychology - cutting-edge developments and challenges in international psychological ethics, such as the search for universal ethical standards, ethical issues when working cross-nationally with immigrants and refugees, and ethical responses to security risks - ethical developments and issues within specific geographical regions - research utilizing the new media With its broad scope and perspective informed by a synthesis of international scholarship and practice, this handbook will inform readers from around the world of existing and emerging issues and trends that confront psychological ethics.

Author Biography

Mark M. Leach, Ph.D., is Professor and Director of Training of the Counseling Psychology program at the University of Louisville.

Michael J. Stevens, Ph.D., is a Professor of Psychology at Illinois State University, where he was named Outstanding University Researcher.

Geoff Lindsay, Ph.D., is Director of the Centre for Educational Development, Appraisal and Research at the University of Warwick, UK where he is also Professor of Educational Psychology and Special Needs Education.

Andrea Ferrero, Ph.D., is a clinical psychologist and Professor of Psychology at San Luis University, Argentina.

Yesim Korkut, Ph.D., is clinical psychologist and an associate professor at Bahçesehir University Psychology Department, Istanbul, Turkey.

Table of Contents

Foreword

Preface

Overview of International Psychological Ethics

Ethical Principles, Values, and Codes for Psychologists: An Historical Journey

An International Perspective on Ethics Codes for Psychology: A Focus on Test Development and Use

Ethical Dilemmas, Cultural Differences, and the Globalization of Psychology

Professional Ethics and Enhancement of Competent Practice

Ethical Perspectives and Concepts

Ethical Decision Making

When Things Go Wrong: On Mediation, Arbitration, Corrective Actions and Disciplinary Sanctions

Current and Emerging International Ethical and Professional Development Issues

Ethical Standards, Credentialing, and Accountability: An International Perspective

The Tale of Two Universal Declarations: Ethics and Human Rights

The Search for Common Standards: A Case of Research Standards

A Call for Ethical Standards and Guidelines for Cross-Cultural Research Conducted by American Psychologists

Ethical Issues of Web-Based Interventions and Online Therapy

Principles of Indigenous Ethics and Psychological Interventions

Psychological Ethics and Immigration

Principles, Standards, and Guidelines That Impact Test Development and Use and Sources of Information

Global Test Security Issues and Ethical Challenges

Psychologists and Prisoner Interrogations

Psychological Ethics in Wider Contexts

Ethical/Deontological Issues in Work and Organizational Psychology

Ethical Issues and Ethics Reviews in Social Science Research

Law

Psychological Ethics by Region: Convergence and Divergence

Ethics and South African Psychology

Latin and South America

North America: Canada and the United States

Psychological Ethics in Chinese Societies

Psychological Ethics in Europe: Convergence and Divergence

Psychological Ethics in Oceania: Convergence and Divergence

Economic, Political, and Social Influences on Psychological Ethics and Ethics-Code Development

Psychological Ethics and Macro-Social Change

Argentina

Aotearoa/New Zealand

Russia

Turkey

Concluding Chapter: Taking Stock and Looking Forward

Appendix

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