PSY 510 Topic 7 Discussion Questions 1 & 2

PSY 510 Topic 7 Discussion Question 1

Biases are something we all have, and it is important to be aware of what biases you have in order to monitor them carefully. Biases can be personal or professional in nature and confronting biases can help to overcome them. Discuss some areas on which you hold biases (divorce, domestic violence, death penalty, spanking, etc.)

What are your personal/professional biases? What harm can result from not being aware of them? What standards are violated if they are not acknowledged and addressed?

PSY 510 Topic 7 Discussion Question 2

Dr. Jones has a client who is of a different culture and faith. He is not comfortable dealing with this patient due to past negative feelings from childhood. What are his ethical and legal obligations? Why are these legal and ethical obligations in place?