Kim, who works for a small nonprofit counselling agency, is counselling Mark, an 18-year-old college student who is worried about his recent binge drinking behaviours. Because Mark uses his smartphone "for everything," Kim agrees to use texting to set up appointments. One morning upon checking her text messages, Kim finds a message sent by Mark at 2:00 am simply stating that "life has no meaning" and that he will "now end everything". Kim sends off a frantic message to Mark, indicating her concern and requesting he contact her immediately. Kim does not know Mark's address, and the phone number provided is no longer in service.

Consideration of how personal biases, stresses, or self-interest might influence the development of or choice between courses of action.

Doing the right things professionally requires altruistic motives and commitment to serve others. When a psychologist finds out about any matter that affects a decision, he should refrain from acting in an ethical process, as the problem may interfere with compliance with professional responsibilities to consciousness before making an ethical decision. In both cases, it would be advisable to consult a trusted colleague.

What are some biases, stressors, or self-influences that might influence the development of Kim's choice of action?

Canadian Psychological Association. (2017).Code of ethics.https://www.cpa.ca/docs/File/Ethics/CPA_Code_2017_4thEd.pdf

College of Alberta Psychologists. (2019). Standards of Practice.https://www.cap.ab.ca/Portals/0/adam/Content/daRHX-JLPEShl1-N8954Fg/Link/Standards%20of%20Practice%20October%201,%202019%20(revised%20Nov.14.2019).pdf