Ethics Overview

Question 1

What is the purpose of having the Code of Ethics?

Answer 1

• Safeguard welfare of clients, Avoid ethical conundrums, Establish standards of care
• Protect public, Educate Professionals, Formal monitoring, Catalyst for improving practice
• Clarify our values, Identify unethical conduct

Question 2

What are the common themes that are included in all Mental Health Codes of Ethics?

Answer 2

• Do good, Avoid harm or exploitation, Confidentiality
• Conduct in clients best interest, Promote welfare of client, Act responsibly
• Practice within one’s means, Uphold the integrity of the profession

Question 3

What are the limitations of the Code of Ethics?

Answer 3

• Some codes may lack clarity/vague

- Impossible to predict every ethical dilemma