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Child Psych

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When one psychologist believes that another psychologist might have acted in violation of the APA Ethics Code, but there is no evidence of substantial harm to anyone as a result of the alleged violation, what do you think should be the first course of action?
  1. Attempt to resolve the matter with the individual whose conduct is being questioned.
  2. Report the alleged violation to one’s immediate supervisor.
  3. Report the alleged violation to the department or office manager.
  4. File a formal complaint with the appropriate investigatory committee.
Explanation
Answer: A - The first course of action when there is an apparent violation of the APA Ethics Code but no evidence of substantial harm to anyone ensuing from that alleged violation is to try to resolve the matter informally with the individual whose behavior is being questioned. Premature unsubstantiated formal complaints are unwarranted and could eventually backfire with sanctions being taken against the person initiating such a complaint.
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