1656 - ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE AND PSYCHOLOGY: TOWARD GLOBAL PRINCIPLES FOR ETHICAL AND INCLUSIVE PRACTICE

Session: D10S001 - Ethics and Governance in Psychology
AUTHORS:
Elgier Angel (Global Psychology Alliance - American Psychological Association ~ Washington DC ~ United States of America) , Clinton Amanda (Global Psychology Alliance - American Psychological Association ~ Washington DC ~ United States of America) , Leader John Francis (Global Psychology Alliance - American Psychological Association ~ Washington DC ~ United States of America) , Humphrey Maria Elena (Global Psychology Alliance - American Psychological Association ~ Washington DC ~ United States of America) , Rovira Alvaro (Global Psychology Alliance - American Psychological Association ~ Washington DC ~ United States of America) , Jindal Kanika (Global Psychology Alliance - American Psychological Association ~ Washington DC ~ United States of America) , Ho Djavila (Global Psychology Alliance - American Psychological Association ~ Washington DC ~ United States of America)
Abstract text:
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming the landscape of psychology, influencing research, clinical practice, education, and policy. While significant progress has been made in outlining ethical frameworks, there remains a critical gap in developing principles that reflect diverse international contexts. The Global Psychology Alliance (GPA) Working Group on Digitalization and Psychology was created to address this challenge by bringing together professionals from multiple regions, including Latin America, Africa, Asia, Europe, and North America. The purpose of this presentation is to share the initial outcomes of this collaborative effort: the drafting of global principles for the responsible use of AI in psychology. These principles cover key areas such as ethical foundations, professional competence, human oversight, privacy and security, accessibility and inclusion, and training and education. Importantly, they are designed not only to ensure ethical and evidence-based practice but also to be adaptable to the realities of different cultural and regulatory environments. The method guiding this work has been a participatory, consensus-building process involving psychologists from over 80 countries. Survey, group discussions, and iterative drafting have been used to integrate perspectives and identify both common priorities and region-specific concerns. Preliminary results indicate broad agreement on the need for transparency, human oversight, and validation of AI tools, while also highlighting challenges such as inequitable access to technology and risks of algorithmic bias. In conclusion, this presentation emphasizes the importance of advancing globally informed principles that can guide psychology in leveraging AI responsibly. By incorporating diverse perspectives, this initiative aims to contribute to an international framework that supports innovation, protects rights, and promotes equity.