Which of the Following Is True Concerning Dual Relationships

question 25

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true concerning dual relationships?

• A) There is a clear consensus among practitioners regarding nonsexual relationships in counseling.
• B) Due to the fact that there are clinical, ethical, and legal risks, all blending of roles must be avoided.
• C) Objectivity in counseling is enhanced with dual relationships.
• D) Counselors need to make every effort to avoid dual relationships with clients that could impart professional judgment or increase the risk of harm to clients.

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Definitions:

Affective

Relating to moods, feelings, and attitudes; emotional components of the psyche.

Somatic

Relating to or affecting the body, distinct from the mind or emotions.

Severity

The degree of intensity or seriousness of a condition, situation, or symptom.

Frequency

The rate at which something occurs or is repeated over a particular period of time or in a given sample.