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ethics

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A quick definition of ethics:

Definition: Ethics is about how people choose to treat each other. It's about what is good for individuals and society, and what duties people have to themselves and others. It's not the same as the law, although the law often includes ethical principles. Many professions have codes of ethics that their members must follow, and breaking these codes can result in punishment.

A more thorough explanation:

The word "ethics" comes from the Greek word ethos, meaning character, and the Latin word mores, meaning customs. In philosophy, ethics refers to what is good for individuals and society, and establishes the nature of duties that people owe themselves and one another. In the legal context, ethics defines how individuals choose to interact with one another.

While law often embodies ethical principles, law and ethics are not the same thing. Many acts that would be considered unethical are not prohibited by law, such as lying or betraying the confidence of a friend. Conversely, some actions that are legal may still be considered unethical.

Most professions have codes of ethics that their members are expected to follow. These codes outline the standards of behavior that are expected of professionals in their field. For example, the American Medical Association has a Code of Medical Ethics, and the American Bar Association has the Model Rules of Professional Conduct for lawyers. Violating a code of ethics can result in disciplinary action, including expulsion from the profession.

Examples of professions with codes of ethics include:

  • Lawyers
  • Doctors
  • Librarians
  • Social workers
  • Teachers
  • Engineers
  • Journalists
  • Real estate agents
  • Bankers
  • Insurance agents
  • Human resources managers

For instance, a doctor who violates the Code of Medical Ethics by engaging in inappropriate relationships with patients may face disciplinary action from their medical board. Similarly, a lawyer who violates the Model Rules of Professional Conduct by misrepresenting facts to a court may face sanctions from their state bar association.

Overall, ethics refers to the principles and values that guide behavior in a particular profession or society. It is important for professionals to adhere to their respective codes of ethics to maintain the trust of their clients and the public.

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[] AromaticTroubledDormouse
20:55
How does one know if they are UR1 or UR2?
[] AromaticTroubledDormouse
20:56
CONGRATS MACAQUE!
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got a random stanford email and almost had a heart attack
ALSO CONGRATS!
Congrats1!
21:15
Miami A, yall I'm so excited I could cry.
21:15
Feel like I can finally stop holding my breath!! Whew!!!
[] baddestbunny
22:16
every time I get accosted by a strange man who follows me around because my male coworkers were too busy talking to walk me back to my car I get closer to saying we need to bring back traditional gender roles
Dkk
22:32
Nice! @Macaque
Dkk
22:32
@Aromatic, Have to guess.
Dkk
22:33
That sucks @Bunny do you have to go to the hospital?
[] baddestbunny
22:40
I said accosted not assaulted
23:35
guys. my notre dame address just went long is this good or bad
1a2b3c4d26z
23:37
Oooooo me too
23:37
omg is this good or bad
Dkk
23:47
Idk if gender roles are gunna fix that then.
23:49
it looks like most people who applied in october last cycle didn't get a decision until january... does it even mean anything that our addresses went long??
hows ED 2 compared to ED 1?
Dkk
0:10
No idea
windyMagician
0:34
reporting live to say my ndls address also went long
does it mean anything ^
Dkk
2:21
NDLS and Fordham took a very long time last year. It's good info for people to know.
[] baddestbunny
4:29
let’s get after it boys and girls
Dkk
5:21
I gtg to bed soon.
Dkk
5:22
Big day today. Gunna be a crazy one. I will sleep through the first half.
good morning lsd it is 5 am EST
also jazzy my ndls address went long ages ago i sadly do not think it means anything
my stanford address also went long LOL i think at most it's an indicator it's under review
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