The Primary Purpose of the ACA Code of Ethics Is

question 3

Multiple Choice

The primary purpose of the ACA Code of Ethics is

• A) to guide our own behavior.
• B) to address in an appropriate manner the behavior of other mental health professionals that appears to be unethical.
• C) to set standards for ethics committees to use when complaints are filed.
• D) to provide a means of punishing unethical counselors.
• E) to prove to the public that counselors are professionals.

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Definitions:

Preferences Differ

Preferences differ highlights the individual variations in choices, likes, or dislikes among people based on their personal experiences, values, or cultural backgrounds.

Values

Fundamental beliefs or ideals that guide an individual's behavior and decision-making within both personal and professional contexts.

Schwartz's Model

A theoretical model proposing a universal structure of human values, identifying ten broad values that guide behavior across cultures.

Personality Traits

Enduring characteristics that describe an individual's behavior, thoughts, and emotions.