Description
Book SynopsisProviding up-to-date and comprehensive information, this practical guide uses clinical case examples and professional codes of ethics to help addiction counselors learn and apply ethical standards. Real-life examples of ethical dilemmas in clinical practice illustrate potential pitfalls and the actions needed when faced with a dilemma.
Table of ContentsPreface xi
Acknowledgments xvii
Chapter 1 Introduction 1
Part One Protecting the Client 7
Chapter 2 Key: Recognize Your Strengths and Limitations 9
Chapter 3 Principle: Client Welfare 15
Chapter 4 Principle: Cultural Diversity 25
Chapter 5 Principle: The Counseling Relationship 39
Chapter 6 Pitfall: Conflicted Agendas 51
Part Two Protecting the Clinical Information 59
Chapter 7 Key: Respect the Tiers of Ethics 63
Chapter 8 Principle: Proper Use of Written Clinical Material 69
Chapter 9 Principle: Proper Use of Spoken Clinical Material 83
Chapter 10 Pitfall: Confused Roles 95
PERSPECTIVE Are We a Profession? 113
Part Three Protecting the Clinician 123
Chapter 11 Key: Seek Continuous Learning 125
Chapter 12 Principle: Responsibility 129
Chapter 13 Principle: Competency 143
Chapter 14 Pitfall: Clinician Burnout 155
Part Four Protecting the Community 177
Chapter 15 Key: Make the Rule 181
Chapter 16 Principle: Workplace Standards 187
Chapter 17 Principle: Professional Rapport 195
Chapter 18 Principle: Societal Obligations 211
Chapter 19 Pitfall: Cutting Corners 217
Conclusion 233
Ethics Exam 237
References 241
About the Author 245
Author Index 249
Subject Index 253
