If a Formal Ethics Complaint Is Filed Against You, You

question 10

Multiple Choice

If a formal ethics complaint is filed against you, you should NOT:

• A) respond fully and in writing to each of the charges made.
• B) contact the client who filed the complaint to see if you can work things out.
• C) consult with an attorney.
• D) submit as much documentation as you can that will help the ethics committee in its deliberations.
• E) contact your professional liability insurance carrier.

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Definitions:

Conduct Disorders

Conduct disorders are a group of behavioral and emotional problems in children and adolescents, characterized by rule-breaking, aggression, and defiance.

Temper Flare-ups

Sudden, uncontrolled outbursts of anger or irritability.

Frustration Tolerance

Describes an individual's capacity to withstand frustration without giving up or engaging in destructive behavior.

Robert Selman

A psychologist known for his work on the development of social awareness and the stages of friendship in children.