Ethics and Law for School Psychologists, Eighth Edition

The Eighth Edition of Ethics and Law for School Psychologists is a comprehensive and robust discussion of practical issues and applications of legal-ethical rules for psychologists practicing in school settings. It offers up-to-date information on ethical principles and standards, and the law, and an ethical-egal decision-making model that supports socially just practice. It also includes an introduction to the practice of psychology in a school setting, an exploration of the interaction between law and school psychology, and treatments of ethical and legal issues in the education of students with disabilities under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act.

Format: Hardback
Length: 448 pages
Publication date: 02 May 2022
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Inc

In the extensively revised Eighth Edition of Ethics and Law for School Psychologists, a team of esteemed practitioners and researchers presents a comprehensive and authoritative guide tailored specifically for psychologists engaged in educational settings. This invaluable resource offers up-to-date information on the ethical principles and legal standards that govern the practice of school psychology. It serves as a one-stop sourcebook, encompassing an integrated discussion of ethics and law, along with an ethical-legal decision-making model that promotes socially just practices. Throughout, psychologists are encouraged to exceed the minimum obligations outlined in codes of ethics and law, striving for excellence in their work with students, families, and teachers.

The book provides a thorough introduction to the practice of psychology in a school setting, encompassing key aspects such as quality control, ethics training, legal decision-making, and unethical conduct. It delves into the intricate interplay between law and school psychology, exploring topics such as legal training for school psychologists and lawsuits against schools and school psychologists. Additionally, the book addresses ethical and legal issues related to the education of students with disabilities under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, making it an indispensable resource for practicing school psychologists, psychiatrists, counselors, social workers, and other mental health professionals. Moreover, this text serves as an essential reference for graduate students of psychology and social work students.

Weight: 968g
Dimension: 185 x 262 x 29 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781119816355