Explain three instances where a counselor can be sued for malpractice in either a civil or criminal liability case. What steps can counselors take to avoid such occurrences?
What will be an ideal response?
Three instances where a counselor can be sued for malpractice in either civil or criminal liability cases; steps counselors can take to avoid such occurrences.
• Examples malpractice in civil or criminal liability cases:
• Failing to report child abuse
• Engaging in sexual relations with a client
• Defamation
• Steps to avoid liability:
• Follow professional codes of ethics
• Follow normal practice standards
• Act in professional, attentive, and courteous manner at the beginning of a counseling relationship so communication is enhanced and clients perceive that the counselor really cares about them
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a. Asian Americans b. African Americans c. Whites d. Hispanics
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a. Personality b. Culture c. Beliefs d. Experience