Professional psychology, research and practice
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Prof Psychol Res Pr · Jun 2003
Comparative StudyAn overview of the major changes in the 2002 APA Ethics Code.
This article summarizes the major changes that were made to the 2002 Ethical Principles and Code of Conduct of the American Psychological Association. The 2002 Ethics Code retains the general format of the 1992 Ethics Code and does not radically alter the obligations of psychologists. ⋯ In addition, the revised Ethics Code expresses greater sensitivity to the needs of cultural and linguistic minorities and students. Shortcomings of the 2002 Ethics Code are discussed.