This article discusses psychological ethics from two perspectives. One perspective is the presentation of ethics in the psychology classroom through textbook coverage and specifically designed courses. The other perspective is the relation of ethical issues to the activity of teaching. Each of the ethical principles established by APA (1981, 1990) is addressed as it relates to teaching activities. Suggestions for future additions to these principles are offered.
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