Researchers must conduct studies that are beneficial to others and do not harm subjects
Principle B: fidelity and responsibility
Cultivate a positive atmosphere for the subjects in the psychological and scientific fields built on trust, accountability, and ethical consideration
Principle C: integrity
Psychologists must engage in trust and transparency with subjects in all aspects of psychology
Principle D: Justice
Psychologists must avoid unjust practices by being aware of their biases, areas of competence, limits and expertise
Principle E: respect for peoples' rights and dignity
Subjects have informed consent and a right to privacy
In 2002, the APA decided to mandate that their ethical codes extend to animals, and made psychologists treat them in a humane way
The exception to principle C (informed consent) is in the case of social experiments where if the subjects know what they are being tested on, they will not act the way they normally would
