Principle 1: Respect for the Dignity of Persons and Peoples The principle of res

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Principle 1: Respect for the Dignity of Persons and Peoples

The principle of respect for the dignity of persons and peoples requires that each person and all

peoples are positively valued in their own right, and are shown respect and granted dignity as

part of their common humanity. Respect requires sensitivity to cultural and social diversity and

recognition that there are differences among persons associated with their culture, nationality,

ethnicity, colour, race, religion, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental

abilities, age, socio-economic status, and/or any other personal characteristic, condition, or

status. Such differences are an integral part of the person. In New Zealand, the basis for

respect between the indigenous people (tangata whenua – those who are M?ori) and others

(those who are not M?ori) is set out in the Treaty of Waitangi.

Principle 2: Responsible Caring

The practice of psychology promotes well-being. In pursuing this goal, psychologists

demonstrate an active concern for the welfare of those with whom they work and acknowledge

the social and institutional power that structures their role as psychologists. Psychologists have

a primary responsibility to protect the welfare of those with whom they work. They recognise

that individuals, families, groups, hap?/iwi, or communities, may be in a vulnerable position.

In New Zealand, the Treaty of Waitangi provides a framework for responsible caring between

the two peoples, tangata whenua (those who are M?ori) and those who are not M?ori.

Principle 3: Integrity in Relationships

The relationships formed by psychologists in the course of their work embody explicit and

mutual expectations of integrity that are vital to the advancement of social justice, scientific

knowledge, and to the maintenance of public confidence in the discipline of psychology.

Expectations of professional practice include: respect, accuracy and honesty; openness,

maintenance of appropriate boundaries, and avoidance of conflicts of interest. Psychologists

will seek to do right in their relations with others. In New Zealand, the Treaty of Waitangi

provides a framework for integrity in relationships between the two peoples, tangata whenua

(those who are M?ori) and those who are not M?ori.

Principle 4: Social Justice and Responsibility to Society

Psychology functions as a discipline to promote the well being of society. In New Zealand, the

Treaty of Waitangi is a foundation document of social justice. Psychologists, both as individuals

and as a group, have responsibilities to the community and to society in general. The principle

of social justice is about acknowledging psychologists’ position of power and influence in

relation both to individuals and groups within communities where the psychologist is involved,

and in the broader context. It is about addressing and challenging unjust societal norms and

behaviours that disempower people at all levels of interaction.

Assessment Tasks 1. Outline each of the Principles within the New Zealand Code of Ethics Principle One Principle Two Principle Three Principle Four

Explanation / Answer

1. The principle of respect for the dignity of persons and peoples states that all individuals should be valued, shown respect and granted dignity as members of the human race.

2. The principle of responsible caring states that psychologists show an active and genuine concern for their clients, while acknowledging the impact of social and institutional structures.

3. The principle of integrity in relationships states that all professional relationships formed by psychologists should demonstrate mutual expectations of integrity.

4. The principle of social justice and responsibility to society dress that psychology, as a discipline, should constantly strive to promote the well-being of society.

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