American Psychological Association Guidelines

The American Psychological Association (APA) Guidelines are a set of professional standards that ensure ethical, responsible, and high-quality psychological research, practice, and communication. They provide rules for how psychologists should treat clients, handle data, publish findings, and maintain confidentiality. The guidelines promote integrity, respect, and fairness, helping to protect individuals and research participants, while advancing the field of psychology. Essentially, they serve as a blueprint to ensure psychologists act ethically and consistently in their work.