When an Inquiry About a Client's Disposition Is Made by a Governmental

question 25

Multiple Choice

When an inquiry about a client's disposition is made by a governmental agency such as public health officials, the counselor's main responsibility is to:

• A) provide only enough information to guard the public health interest.
• B) provide information only about whether the client is in treatment.
• C) provide information about whether the client is in treatment, and whether the client is complying with the treatment plan.
• D) protect confidentiality.

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Definitions:

Sensitivity

Sensitivity refers to the capacity of individuals to perceive and respond to the emotions and needs of others or to be aware of the subtleties in their environment.

Handedness

The preference of using one hand over the other.

Neuroticism

A personality trait characterized by tendencies towards anxiety, depression, and other forms of emotional instability.

Adolescent Years

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