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Law versus Ethics
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Psychology
Post-Graduate
05/30/2010

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Help client understand the limits of confidentiality
Definition
Ethical
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Obtain signed releases for consultations
Definition
Ethical and Legal
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Informed Consent
Definition
Ethical
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Office policies
Definition
Ethical
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Are you required to give copies of informed consent statement and fees?
Definition
No, but it is suggested.
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Confidentiality
Definition
Ethical and Legal
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Collaborate
Definition
Ethical
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Assist client in obtaining alternative treatment
Definition
Ethics
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Not promising results
Definition
Ethics
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Consent to treat minor
Definition
Legal
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Parent receiving info about their child
Definition
Legal
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Everyone involved in therapy should give permission when info is sought by a 3rd party.
Definition
Ethical
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Emergency contacts between sessions
Definition
Ethical
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Disclose fees and basis upon which they are computed
Definition
Legal and Ethical
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At the commencement of therapy, define the unit of treatment and the nature of the relationships the therapist will have with others involved in treatment.
Definition
Ethical
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Paying for therapy does not grant access to records
Definition
Ethical and legal
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A secrets policy
Definition
Ethical
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Consent from both parents
Definition
Ethical
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Inform about experience, education, and specialties (doesn't have to be at the beginning)
Definition
Ethical
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Address client expectations about therapy to promote understanding of the therapeutic process
Definition
Ethical
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Doesn't take a position about client decisions.
Definition
Ethical
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Charging more than standard fee
Definition
Per se, nothing unethical about it but you need to be providing something more than your standard service (or perhaps a longer session)
Term
Therapy and a legal proceeding
Definition
Could be considered an ethical dual relationship
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Coordinate services to insure treatment compatibility
Definition
Ethical
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Keeping minor files 7 to 10 years after their 18th birthday.
Definition
Ethical
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Improve and protect the health and welfare of the patient
Definition
Ethical
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so that they can make an informed decision
Definition
Ethical
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Helping them understand the consequences of their decisions.
Definition
Ethical
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Refer if outside your scope of competence
Definition
Ethical
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Strive to understand the diverse cultural background of your clients
Definition
Ethical
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Referring to a doctor to rule out medical problem
Definition
Ethical
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Caregiver Authorization Affidavit
Definition
Consent to treatment
Term
Can kids may have releases signed in room versus informed consent if they are not going to be part of the unit of treatment
Definition
Yes
Term
Releases
Definition
Legal and Ethical
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Comply with client request for records
Definition
Legal
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Involuntary hospitalization
Definition
Legal
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Secure records
Definition
Legal
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Maintain documentation
Definition
Legal and Ethical
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How she handles people in her life
Definition
Legal
Term
Advertising
Definition
Legal and Ethical
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When can access to records be denied by therapist for youth?
Definition
1. Detrimental effect on on the provider's professional relationship with the minor patient.
2. Minor's physical safety or psychological well-being
Term
Disclosing fees
Definition
Legal and Ethical
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Psychotherapy never includes sex brochure
Definition
Legal
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Foster child's legal guardian?
Definition
The court -- social worker or case worker may be empowered
Term
Foster parents and mental health care
Definition
Yes for medical care but it does not include mental health care
Term
If client is ward of court, can he consent to his own treatment if over 12 and it is necessary?
Definition
Technically yes
Term
Elder abuse and domestic violence
Definition
Then you would need to report
Term
Are you required to assess for abuse?
Definition
No, but ethically might be good
Term
Would you hospitalize someone for fire setting?
Definition
Probably not
Term
Obligation to report grave disability?
Definition
No
Term
What does court do when privilege becomes an issue for minors?
Definition
Report Guardian ad litem
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What if ex is unavailable or his whereabouts unknown?
Definition
Have client sign a declaration to that effect for your records (and parent)
Term
What if legal custody and father objects?
Definition
Have mother get a court order requiring therapy.
Term
Do you report people not in the session?
Definition
Technically no
Term
Are we required to assess if someone is dangerous?
Definition
Legally, No, Ethically, Yes
Term
Breaking confidence in order to prevent a threatened danger.
Definition
Permitted legally but NOT an obligation
Term
5150
Definition
Initiate NOT Institute
Term
Subpoena and what to do?
Definition
Legal issue. Have both parties sign or otherwise it is an ethical issue about breaking confidentiality
Term
Reporting adult abuse
Definition
2 WORKING days
Term
Do you legally need to explain confidentiality?
Definition
No, but ethically a good idea
Term
Written authorization to release or obtain confidential information
Definition
Legal
Term
Is written consent legally required for adults?
Definition
No, but ethically good idea and for protection
Term
When can client lose privilege
Definition
1. Suing employer for emotional duress
2. Suing for harassment and discrimination
3. Client plans a violent crime against employer
Term
Protecting client records
Definition
Legal; could include secure location and password-protected on computer
Term
Keeping files conjointly or separately
Definition
Not legally specified
Term
What if you deny records to parent?
Definition
Generally a summary is given.
Term
If the family is using health insurance?
Definition
Make sure at least 1 family member has a diagnosis from the DSM and that your therapy is designed to treat that disorder.
Term
Therapy without patient present
Definition
Yes, there is a code (like family therapy, etc.)
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