The American Psychological Association has compiled advice from psychologists on ethical practice, research, teaching and applied work as professionals across the field adjust to a sudden shift in working conditions. This is a great article that provides some useful guidance as well as a number of helpful resources. Please check out the article here.
The resources have been replicated below for each of the areas discussed in the aforementioned article.
Practice Resources
Research Resources
Teaching & Training Resources
- Advice for psychology supervisors and trainees on caring for patients during the COVID-19 crisis, APA
- Electronic resources available for distance learning, APA
- Psychology Training and Education Joint Statement — COVID-19, APPIC
- The Use of Technology in Teaching and Learning, APA Div. 2 (Society for the Teaching of Psychology)
Resources for Applied Work
- Ethics Resources on the Coronavirus, The Hastings Center
- COVID-19: Resources for Addressing Key Ethical Areas, Johns Hopkins Berman Institute of Bioethics
- Seven Guidelines for Parents Who Are Divorced/Separated and Sharing Custody of Children During the COVID-19 Pandemic, Association of Family and Conciliation Courts
- Ethics Guidance for ABA Providers During COVID-19 Pandemic, Behavioral Analyst Certification Board
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