In the Tarasoff Case, the Court Ruled That:​

question 13

Multiple Choice

In the Tarasoff case, the court ruled that:​

• A)​social workers must immediately inform the police if they suspect child or elder abuse.
• B)​mental health professionals have an obligation to protect their clients' intended victims.
• C)​social workers can disclose a client's identity while consulting with colleagues.
• D)​the right to privacy is fundamental and cannot be breached in any situation.

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Definitions:

Internal Factors

Elements within an individual or organization that influence behavior, decisions, and outcomes, such as beliefs, values, and personal motivation.

Social Cohesion

The bonds that bring people together in a society, fostering unity, solidarity, and a sense of belonging among its members.

Realistic Conflict Theory

A social psychology theory that suggests competition for limited resources leads to conflict between groups, resulting in increased prejudice and discrimination.

Ultimate Attribution Error

The tendency to ascribe the cause of a behavior to the dispositions of the group rather than to situational factors when evaluating behaviors of groups different from one's own.