The process by which individuals internalize standards of right and wrong conduct.
Standards of conduct that distinguish right from wrong.
Growth of habitual patterns of behavior in childhood and adolescence.
The principles of proper professional conduct concerning the rights and duties of the dentist, relations with patients and fellow practitioners, as well as actions of the dentist in patient care and interpersonal relations with patient families. (From Stedman, 25th ed)
Duties that are based in ETHICS, rather than in law.