Class Discussion week 5

After reading the Haeny (2014) article, provide a summary and analysis of the topic. Be sure to address the following in your main post:

What are the ethical issues involved in psychologists taking a public stance on a controversial issue?
What specific General Principles apply to this issue?
How do the standards in Section 5 on advertising and other public statements relate to this issue?
What are some steps that a psychologist should take prior to speaking publically on a controversial issue?
In your opinion, is it better for a psychologist to avoid speaking publically on a controversial issue when the psychologist’s personal views do not align with the field’s general consensus on the topic? Provide your rationale.

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Discussion
The assigned article is one that delves into various ethical considerations for psychologists who decided to take a public position on various controversial issues at the societal level. One of the ethical issues that is observed is how to create a balance between personal and professional life.

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