Dual Relationships: Situations where psychologists have multiple roles with a client (e.g., therapist and friend), which can create conflicts of interest or compromise objectivity.
Institutional Review Board (IRB): An independent committee that reviews research proposals involving human participants to ensure their rights, safety, and well-being are protected.
Professional Boundaries: The limits established by psychologists to maintain appropriate relationships with clients/patients by avoiding exploitation, conflicts of interest, or any behavior that could harm the therapeutic relationship.