Ethics in the Practice of Psychological Expertise

Psychology professionals need to avoid giving false information. One example is someone saying they are a psychologist with a Ph.D. when they only have a Master’s degree. What areas will a professional in the field need to be aware of when advertising? What information is acceptable by the Code and what information is seen as a violation of the Code?
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