How do the five influences that must be considered of any psychological disorder effect these decisions? What role do biological, psychological/cognitive and social/environmental factors play in these decisions?

Week 6 Discussion: Ethics in Mental Health

Describe patients’ rights, the civil commitment laws and the clinician’s duty to warn. Do you agree or disagree with any of the procedures for them?

How do the five influences that must be considered of any psychological disorder effect these decisions?

What role do biological, psychological/cognitive and social/environmental factors play in these decisions?

Lastly, provide a brief case study demonstrating an ethical dilemma that a mental health professional might face, making sure to identify the specific ethical standard being discussed, as well as providing suggestions as to how the professional can manage the situation appropriately.