PSY FPX 8845 Assessment 3 Ethics in Sport Psychology

PSY FPX 8845 Assessment 3 Ethics in Sport Psychology

Student Name

Capella University

PSY FPX 8845 Current Issues in Sport Psychology

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Date

Video Conferencing

• Zoom – Microsoft Teams – Skype – FaceTime

• User-friendly interface

• Consultations can occur from any location

• Establish rapport through face-to-face interactions

Ethical Considerations and Codes

• 1. Boundaries of Competence
• 1. Maintaining Confidentiality
• 1. Minimizing Invasiveness

Best Practices

• Understand your role

  • Establish clear boundaries
  • Recognize additional responsibilities

• After-hours access

  • Understand that it is for emergencies only
  • Maintain a separate contact number from your personal number

Best Practices

• Confidentiality

  • Be aware of others in the vicinity who may overhear
  • Avoid recording sessions
  • Use password protection for notes

• Provide clients with information regarding best practices

• Utilize a secure, password-protected video conferencing platform when available

Monitoring and Maintaining

• Stay informed about the AASP Code of Ethics

• Regularly search for new, secure video conferencing options

• Review your roles and responsibilities during annual evaluations

• Participate in professional development groups

References

American Psychological Association. (2020). Publication manual of the American Psychological Association (7th ed.).

Association for Applied Sport Psychology. (2011). Ethics code: AASP ethical principles and standards. AASP. https://appliedsportpsych.org/about/ethics/ethics-code/

Etzel, E. (n.d.). Ethical considerations. Capella University. http://media.capella.edu/CourseMedia/PSY8845/EtzelGSP/wrapper.asp

PSY FPX 8845 Assessment 3 Ethics in Sport Psychology

McDougall, M., Nesti, M., & Richardson, D. (2015). The challenges of sport psychology delivery in elite and professional sport: Reflections from experienced sport psychologists. The Sport Psychologist, 29(3), 265–277.

Zoom. (n.d.). Zoom Trust Center. Zoom Video. https://zoom.us/trust