Psychological Perspectives on Ethical Behavior and Decision Making

Psychological Perspectives on Ethical Behavior and Decision Making
Author: David DeCremer
Publisher: IAP
Total Pages: 246
Release: 2009-08-01
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 1607522764

The book is divided into three relatively coherent sections that focus on understanding the emergence of (un)ethical decisions and behaviors in our work and social lives by adopting a psychological framework. The first section focuses on reviewing our knowledge with respect to the specific notions of ethical behavior and corruption. These chapters aim to provide definitions, boundary conditions and suggestions for future research on these notions. The second section focuses on the intra-individual processes (affect, cognition and motivation) that determine why and how people display unethical behavior and are able to justify this kind of behavior to a certain extent. In these chapters the common theme is that given specific circumstances psychological processes are activated that bias perceptions of ethical behavior and decision making. The third section explores how organizational features frame the organizational setting and climate. These chapters focus on how employment of sanctions, procedurally fair leadership and a general code of conduct shapes perceptions of the organizational climate in ways that it becomes clear to organizational members how just, moral and retributive the organization will be in case of unethical behavior.

Making Moral Judgments

Making Moral Judgments
Author: Donelson Forsyth
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 307
Release: 2019-10-17
Genre: Psychology
ISBN: 1000710904

This fascinating new book examines diversity in moral judgements, drawing on recent work in social, personality, and evolutionary psychology, reviewing the factors that influence the moral judgments people make. Why do reasonable people so often disagree when drawing distinctions between what is morally right and wrong? Even when individuals agree in their moral pronouncements, they may employ different standards, different comparative processes, or entirely disparate criteria in their judgments. Examining the sources of this variety, the author expertly explores morality using ethics position theory, alongside other theoretical perspectives in moral psychology, and shows how it can relate to contemporary social issues from abortion to premarital sex to human rights. Also featuring a chapter on applied contexts, using the theory of ethics positions to gain insights into the moral choices and actions of individuals, groups, and organizations in educational, research, political, medical, and business settings, the book offers answers that apply across individuals, communities, and cultures. Investigating the relationship between people’s personal moral philosophies and their ethical thoughts, emotions, and actions, this is fascinating reading for students and academics from psychology and philosophy and anyone interested in morality and ethics.

Ethical Dilemmas in Psychotherapy

Ethical Dilemmas in Psychotherapy
Author: Samuel Knapp
Publisher: American Psychological Association (APA)
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2015
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 9781433820120

New and experienced psychotherapists alike can find themselves overwhelmed by an ethical quandary where there doesn't seem to be an easy solution. This book presents positive ethics as a means to overcome such ethical challenges. The positive approach focuses on not just avoiding negative consequences, but reaching the best possible outcomes for both the psychotherapist and the client. The authors outline a clear decision-making process that is based on three practical strategies: the ethics acculturation model to help therapists incorporate personal ethics into their professional roles, the quality enhancement model for dealing with high-risk patients who are potentially harmful, and ethical choice-making strategies to make the most ethical decision in a situation where two ethical principles conflict. Throughout the decision-making process, psychotherapists are encouraged to follow four basic guidelines: Focus on overarching ethical principles Consider intuitive, emotional, and other nonrational factors Accept that some problems have elusive solutions Solicit input from colleagues and consultation groups Numerous vignettes illustrate how to apply positive ethics to many different ethical challenges that psychotherapists will likely encounter in practice.

Foundations of Ethical Practice, Research, and Teaching in Psychology and Counseling

Foundations of Ethical Practice, Research, and Teaching in Psychology and Counseling
Author: Karen Strohm Kitchener
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 314
Release: 2011-01-19
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 1135889651

This book provides an introduction to the general landscape of group counseling by way of the idea that learning to be an effective group member is essential to becoming a group leader. Interactive scenarios place the reader right into the group, providing insights into the challenges and opportunities of participation. Each chapter explores a different stage of group work and concludes with useful suggestions and tips for having a successful experience. Throughout the book, an emphasis is placed on member development and personal growth being achieved through self-awareness, interpersonal.

Behavioral Business Ethics

Behavioral Business Ethics
Author: David De Cremer
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 292
Release: 2012-03-12
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 1136636196

This book takes a look at how and why individuals display unethical behavior. It emphasizes the actual behavior of individuals rather than the specific business practices. It draws from work on psychology which is the scientific study of human behavior and thought processes. As Max Bazerman said, "efforts to improve ethical decision making are better aimed at understanding our psychological tendencies."

Practical Ethics for Psychologists

Practical Ethics for Psychologists
Author: Samuel Knapp
Publisher: American Psychological Association (APA)
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2017
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 9781433827457

Guided by the APA Ethics Code, this book provides short sketches illustrating the myriad ways in which ethical standards work in psychological practice.

Meeting the Ethical Challenges of Leadership

Meeting the Ethical Challenges of Leadership
Author: Craig E. Johnson
Publisher: SAGE Publications
Total Pages: 765
Release: 2023-11-17
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 1071904264

Meeting the Ethical Challenges of Leadership takes a multidisciplinary approach, drawing from many fields of research to help readers make ethical decisions, lead with integrity, and create an ethical culture. Packed with real-world case studies, examples, self-assessments, and applications, the fully-updated Eighth Edition is designed to increase ethical competence and leadership abilities.

The Dark Side of Organizational Behavior

The Dark Side of Organizational Behavior
Author: H. Cenk Sözen
Publisher: Taylor & Francis
Total Pages: 187
Release: 2022-07-15
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 1000619311

The Dark Side of Organizational Behavior aims to gather all the micro- and meso-level topics about the dark side of organizations that may guide management practitioners, researchers, and students. The history before the modern human civilization is full of multiple types of conflicts, wars, struggles and violence. Modernization project has constructed a desired reality of human being and has somehow concealed the dark side of human interactions. Through this outlook, this book explores the realities of the dark side of organizations and how these realities may have the potential to change previous assumptions about business life. The field of organizational behavior is dominated by the positive aspects of the business life, but conflict, war, struggle, and violence have always been a part of history. It is not possible to isolate organizational participants from negative emotions like hostility, dislike, hate, jealousy, rage and revenge. A manager may devote most of their time to cope with conflicts, deviant behaviors, ambitious individuals, gossips and dysfunctional rivalry among employees. It is evident that negative events and interactions among employees cost more time and energy for a manager than the positive side of organizational life. Therefore, exploring the realities of the dark side of organizations may have the potential to change previous assumptions about business life. This book will be of interest to researchers, academics, practitioners, and advanced students in the fields of organizational studies and behavior, human resource management, employment relations, and organizational psychology.

Ethics in Psychology

Ethics in Psychology
Author: Gerald P. Koocher
Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
Total Pages: 542
Release: 1998
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 9780195092011

"Written in a highly readable and accessible style, this new edition retains the key features that have contributed to its popularity, including hundreds of case studies that provide illustrative guidance on a wide variety of topics, including fee setting, advertising for clients, research ethics, sexual attraction, how to confront observed unethical conduct in others, and confidentiality. Ethics in Psychology and the Mental Health Professions will be important reading for practitioners and students in training."--BOOK JACKET.