1. fundamental principles of professional ethical behavior Answer: 1)*autonomy*, orfostering the right to control the direction of one's life 2)*nonmaleficence* - or avoiding actions that cause harm 3)*beneficence* - or working for the good of the individual and society by promotingmental health and well-being 4)*justice* - treating individuals equitably and fostering fairness and equality 5)*fidelity* - honoring commitments and keeping promises, including fulfilling one's responsibilities of trust in professional relationships 6)*veracity* - dealing truthfully with individuals with whom counselors come into professional contact 2. shorthand: principles of ethical behavior Answer: autonomynonmaleficence beneficencejustice fidelity veracity 3. code of ethics purpose Answer: 1) set forth ethical obligations of ACA members and provide guidance intended to *inform the ethical practice* of professional counselors 2) *identify ethical considerations* relevant to professional counselors and counselors-intraining 3) enable the association to *clarify* for current and prospective members, and forthose served by members, *the nature* ofthe ethicalresponsibilities held in commonby its members 4) serve as an ethical guide designed to *assist* members in constructing a *courseof action* that best serves those utilizing counseling and establishes expectations of conduct with a primary emphasis on the role of the professional counselor 5) help to support the *mission* of ACA 6) standards contained in this code asthe *basisfor processing* inquiries and ethicscomplaints concerning ACA members