Information Shared in a Counseling Session Is Considered to Be

question 9

Multiple Choice

Information shared in a counseling session is considered to be privileged (meaning it is strictly between the client and therapist EXCEPT:

• A)When the therapist feels the client is not being truthful
• B)When the client states they are going to harm themselves or someone else, or they disclose information about a child being abused
• C)When the therapist feels it is in the best interest of the client to share the information with another professional
• D)None of the above

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Definitions:

James-Lange Theory

A theory of emotion that suggests emotions occur as a result of physiological reactions to events.

Polygraph Test

A procedure that measures and records several physiological indicators such as blood pressure, pulse, and skin conductivity while the subject answers questions, used to infer truthfulness.

Overall Arousal Levels

A general state of alertness or activation of the nervous system, affecting physical and psychological responses.

Accuracy of Polygraphs

The degree to which polygraph tests can reliably and validly detect deception, often debated in terms of effectiveness.