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When Confidentiality Must Be Broken: Duty to Warn, Duty to Protect, and Mandatory Reporting
Published 2 weeks ago
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When does a psychologist have a legal or ethical obligation to disclose confidential information? This episode examines three important EPPP concepts: duty to warn, duty to protect, and mandatory reporting. Through clinical scenarios involving threats of violence, suspected child abuse, and suicidal patients, listeners will learn how to distinguish ethical responsibilities from legal requirements. Particular attention is given to the decision-making process and the types of questions commonly encountered on the EPPP.