A psychologist is trained in use of the Rorschach but not the TAT. He uses the TAT anyway, reasoning that it is quite similar to the Rorschach. He may be violating what ethical principle?

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Competence is the ethical principle being potentially violated here, as psychologists are expected to provide services only within the boundaries of their competence, based on their education, training, supervised experience, or professional experience. Using the Thematic Apperception Test (TAT) without proper training, despite being trained in the Rorschach test, does not adhere to this principle.

A Psychologist Is Trained in Use of the Rorschach but Not