Since the 1980’s we have all become familiar with the phrase “No means no” in relation to rape. In most states that is still the standard for helping determine whether or not a sex act was consensual or rape. Many states, including New York and New Jersey have shifted to a more strict interpretation of consent known as “Affirmative Consent”. Under this standard, it is not enough that someone didn’t say “No”. If they explicitly did not communicate “Yes” then it is rape….period…end of story!
Davis (2008) explains the reasons for a preamble to “state
Davis (2008) explains the reasons for a preamble to “state the reasons for having a code, explain who is covered and why, and present a rationale for everyone covered to do as the code requires” (p 52). The general principles section of the code of ethics is to guide