Abstract This paper provides a brief history of State Gas & Electric (SGE), which is today, the state's largest producer of energy. It discusses the code of professional conduct imposed on SGE employee which states that employees must act in the best interest of SGE at all times and avoid using their position with the company for personal gain or the gain of their family, friends, or people they know. It attempts to cover the majority of conduct issues that would face an employee during their employment at SGE and shows how codes like this cannot always anticipate every situation that may arise that might require legal or ethical consideration.
Outline
History of the Company
Conflicts of Interest
Confidentiality and Proprietary Information
Acceptance of Gifts
Appropriate Behavior
Outside Activities
Other Employment
Violation Procedures
Conclusion
From the Paper "Employees must follow corporate practices that are designed to protect confidential information. Among the practices that should be followed are keeping that information secure in the workplace, using the information only to do their job and not for personal benefit, sharing the information within SGE only when necessary for others to do their job, and not divulge the confidential information to those not employed by SGE. If confidential information must be shared with persons outside of SGE, a written confidentiality agreement must be used and the employee should consult the legal department prior to sharing of the information for details."
Abstract This paper studies conduct disorders. The research-based paper first explains the disorder, its characteristics and symptoms. Next the paper discusses the process of making a diagnosis. The paper concludes with a detailed discussion of role of impulse control and affect regulation.
From the Paper "This theoretical paper presents theories and research studies related to the topics of impulse control, affect regulation and conduct disorder. The discussion includes the presentation of ..."
Abstract This paper presents a general overview and discussion of the psychological disorders known as Conduct Disorder and Antisocial Disorder. The paper presents definitions of both disorders and discusses several aspects associated with these disorders including diagnosis, prevalence, general etiology, risk factors, genetic and biological causes, symptoms of each disorder and need for interventions.
From the Paper "This research paper presents conduct disorder and antisocial disorder. Related to conduct disorder the following are discussed: definition, diagnosis, prevalence, general etiology and risk factors, genetic and biological causes and risk factors, disorder onset as a risk factor, familial and racial risk factors, childhood risk behaviors, developmental progression, course and consequences and assessment, treatment and forensic issues. Related to antisocial disorder the following are discussed: definition, diagnosis, prevalence, general etiology and risk factors, genetic and biological causes and risk factors..."
Abstract This paper addresses the following issues: Analyzes the strengths and weaknesses of Walmart's Corporate code of conduct; identifies the ethical risks to which the company is subject to and gives recommendations to strengthening and/or clarifying the current company's code to help management strategy to minimize those risks.
From the Paper "Wal-Mart recently became the largest company in the world. Wal-Mart employs more than one million Americans and has sales worldwide of approximately ..."
Tags: Wal mart, code of conduct, suppliers, offshore, comparative advantage, business ethics, consumerism
Abstract Studies performed by Brandenburg and others suggest that 6 to 10 percent of school-age adolescents show signs of conduct disorder and that 25 to 50 percent of juveniles with conduct disorder become antisocial adults. This paper provides an overview of conduct disorder in young people. It looks at symptoms, nature and nurture factors that contribute to conduct disorder, as well as treatment options.
From the Paper "School remains an immeasurable source of influence in juvenile behavior. Children spend as much time interacting in school relationships as they do in family relationships. Curriculum that is designed for the "normal" student may not be effective with those affected by Conduct Disorder. Also, the same problem with discipline exists with school relationships as it does with family relationships (Hallahan, 234)."
Abstract This paper explains that there is much the school psychologist and other health care professionals can do to help reduce the problems accompanying conduct disorder in children, by initiating early diagnosis and treatment. The author points out that the primary role of the school psychologist in cases where children demonstrate tendencies toward conduct disorder is acting as a collaborative member of the child's health care team. The paper relates that the school psychologist may serve as a primary resource for family members and teachers desiring greater communication and knowledge of the child's disorder.
Table of Contents:
Diagnostic Criteria for Conduct Disorder, Interventions, Role of School Psychologist
School Counseling and Role in Conduct Disorder
Conclusions/Recommendations
From the Paper "The American Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry defines conduct disorder as "a group of behavioral and emotional problems" in young children and adolescents. Conduct disorder typically presents with various symptoms that may include children demonstrating difficulty following rules or "behaving in a manner that is socially acceptable." Among the more commonly demonstrated behaviors among children with CD include: threatening or intimidating others, initiating fights including physical fights, displaying cruelty to others, stealing, forcing others to engage in violent, harmful or sexual behaviors."
Abstract This paper discusses the student code of conduct on university campuses and looks at how this code is not always respected or upheld by the students attending the universities. The paper then goes on to elaborate on how students do not always comply with the student code of conduct and concludes that a student code of conduct is not enough to ensure proper behavior and conduct on campus. Instead, universities should seek alternative actions to enforce and uphold polices that will ensure that the students are enriched through a "safe" and positive academic experience.
From the Paper " Another act of violence that is occurring on college campuses is hazing. "Hazing" includes activities such as being kidnapped, abandoned, excessive drinking, sexual acts, assault, and in some circumstances, even death. Hazing continues to be prevalent amongst college students as a form of "initiation" or "admission". Students believe that hazing promotes unity and team cohesiveness. The reality about hazing is that it usually goes on under a blanket of sworn secrecy (Campo, Paulos, Sipple, 2005); which makes this problem one that should not be tolerated. A zero tolerance rule should also be adopted for any violent acts on campus. Campo and her colleagues (2005), describe hazing as any activity that is a "condition of initiation" in an organization that may have a negative impact on the physical and/or emotional well-being of individuals and/or their peers. Hazing has been practiced for years; most commonly identified to athletes, fraternities and sororities."
Discusses how Conduct Disorder (CD) in children is influenced by deficits in empathy and "mentalizing" ("Theory of Mind") in their immediate environment.
Abstract Conduct Disorder involves a constellation of behaviors including violation of the basic rights of others, aggression toward people and animals, damage to property, lying and stealing, and/or serious violation of rules. Children with conduct disorder have been shown to have significant problems in social interaction. The present paper provides a general overview of conduct disorder, while focusing on possible factors in social and emotional development that have been shown to contribute to it. Specifically, this paper suggests that deficiencies in empathy and "Theory of Mind" are significantly associated with the development of this disorder, but not causes of it.
From the Paper "A similar and related concept of empathy is "theory of mind" or "mentalizing". Happe and Frith (1996) define theory of mind as "the ability of normal individuals to attribute mental states to themselves and others in order to explain and predict behavior" (p. 386). Several researchers (e.g., Frith, Morton, & Leslie, 1991) have attempted to distinguish theory of mind from empathy by claiming that mentalizing is an implicit and unconscious rather than a conscious phenomenon."
Abstract This paper investigates the issues and the psychological development of conduct disorder in both the childhood and the adolescent years. The diagnosis of conduct disorder is compared and contrasted against oppositional defiant disorder (ODD) and the correlation that conduct disorder has with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Standard medical definitions for these disorders, as well as the growing body of literature on this field, are included to better round out the discussion and to signify the impact of such disorders on children and adolescents.
Abstract This paper discusses the code of conduct as set by the American Nurses Association. The writer relates this code of conduct to her own personal code of ethics and how they can work together in a work setting. The paper presents a case example of confidentiality that must be maintained when dealing with patients and their relatives or guardians and the importance of adhering to a code of conduct in this regard.
From the Paper "Accordingly the website espoused the fact that special care was to be implemented in this case. The key, according to the website, was not what should or should not be the end result, but the steps taken in order to culminate in a fair and just decision for all involved. Justice, in this particular case would have to pertain to more than just what actions should be taken to punish the nurse for her choices. Other items to consider would be how other employees would feel and act if the nurse were to be hired back after her rehabilitation, as well as the fact that patients were affected, and a primary concern of how such a individual can affect those with who she works and interacts within the health care facility."
Abstract The paper discusses the use and understanding of good communication skills as an essential aspect of the contemporary business and social environment today. The paper states that in order to test and explore the process and learning of communication skills, the subject of conducting interviews was undertaken. The experiential data and research of this subject was obtained from class seminars and test interviews. The paper notes that these were used to examine the various skills used in interviews and to develop a list of best practices in undertaking and conducting interviews. The paper states that the literature on this subject was also consulted in order to determine the best practices and necessary communication skills that are considered necessary for conducting good interviews.
Outline:
Introduction and Overview
Identification of Specific Skills and their Utilization
Interview Choice
Skills and Techniques
Practical Considerations
The Iimportance of Questions and Language
Non-verbal Indicators
Cross Cultural Aspects
Evaluation of Performance
Findings and Recommendations
Summary and Conclusion
From the Paper "The various best practices were sourced from the literature available on this topic. There are various interview types that were considered for this paper. The first is the informal or conversational interview. The analysis of the skills needed for this type of interview were found to be significant and were included in the assessment of the communication skills necessary in a good interview. In this type of interview the questions are allowed to be as open-ended as possible, and result in a more flexible and less formal interview atmosphere".
Abstract This paper examines the diagnosis made for adolescents who experience conduct disorder and major depressive disorder . The author examines how these two disorders effect adolescents and the differences between the above diagnosis for adults and children. In addition the author looks at the trend for African-American youth to be teacher-reported for externalized symptoms more than Euro-American youth and the risk of substance abuse that youth who suffer from co-morbid conduct disorder and depression face.
From the Paper "Distinguishing between conduct disorder and major depressive disorder in the assessment of adolescent patients has proved to be a difficult task for clinicians (Meller & Borchardt, 1996; Herkov & Myers, 1996). While current literature has found that the two diagnoses are often comorbid, it appears that major depressive disorder may be under diagnosed, in part because the symptoms of conduct disorder tend to veil the symptoms of depression (Herkov & Myers, 1996; Swearer, 1998; Reinecke, 1995). There is evidence that adolescents express disorders differently than adults, and that "acting out" behaviors that are associated with conduct disorder may be a way for adolescents to express their depressive feelings (Reinecke, 1995). This under diagnosis of depression in adolescents is a serious problem because of the potential for improper treatment for the patient (Herkov & Myers, 1996). Therefore, it is of the utmost importance that clinicians are aware of the difficulties in discriminating between the two disorders."
Tags: disease, children, adolescents, development, mental, health
Abstract This undergraduate level psychology paper is a brief examination of the 1991 APA document, "Ethical Principles of Psychologists and Code of Conduct". It looks at the reason for its inception, the structure of the document, and the intent for its use. It concludes that the code is indeed a blueprint for the best behavior and conduct among its adherents. 5pgs. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Abstract This paper provides an overview of hydraulic conductivity, how it is measured, and why it is important for transient storage. A review of current issues in hydraulic conductivity is followed by a summary of the research in the conclusion.
From the Paper " In 2003, Thomas, Valetta, Webster and Mulholland (2003), reported they had developed the Regression Partitioning Method (RPM) for estimating the proportion of reactive solute uptake occurring within transient storage zones of streams. "The RPM is a technique for analyzing solute addition data in which whole stream uptake (mg m−2 d−1) is determined from the longitudinal pattern in plateau tracer concentrations. At one location, a time series of samples are collected that define the 'rising limb' of the solute breakthrough curve" (Thomas et al. 965). These researcher estimated the y-intercept by regressing a measure of reactive tracer availability (e.g., NO3-15N:Cl ratio) as well as the percentage of tracer that has resided within, and returned from, the transient storage zone (i.e. hyporheic zone), which was then used to predict channel-specific NO3 uptake rates. The uptake within the transient storage zone of stream-derived material was calculated by difference."
Abstract This paper takes a look at the codes of conduct and ethical standards for professionals. The paper explains why these profession specific standards and regulations are necessary for virtually any business industry. The author looks in particular at the standards of professional conduct in the medical field and describes the need for physicians to follow protocol, and especially ethical standards related to the end of human life.
Outline:
Introduction
Various Types of Professional Standards
Specific Concerns of a New Physician
Conclusion
From the Paper "Professional codes of conduct and ethical standards are a part of most business industries. By the turn of the 21st century, virtually every aspect of professional business and services are subject to various forms of government regulation and many of those that are not are self regulated by certifying organizations established voluntarily within the industry. Professional standards and codes of conduct generally address everything from the actual substantive professional responsibilities of practitioners to limitations on other aspects of relationships between professionals and their clients."
Tags: medical ethics, ethical standards, professional standards
