Informed Consent
True or false: Informed consent requires explaining both the benefit and risks of treatment.
True
True or False: Psychologists can share information with a parent if the child is capable of making decisions.
False: confidentiality must be respected if the child is capable.
What is the primary goal of a psychologist in an educational setting?
Support the child's educational and developmental outcomes
What type of environment is important for children in a private practice?
When obtaining informed consent from a child, what key concept must the psychologist assess?
Name one legal exception to confidentiality in both private and educational settings.
Mandatory reporting of the abuse or harm.
True or False: School psychologists should share all information from the assessment results with school staff.
False: Only share what is necessary to help the child in their education
True or False: Parents always have access to therapy records for children under 18.
False: Access depends on the child's capacity and consent.
When must a substitute decision-maker provide consent?
When the child is deemed incapable of understanding or appreciating the treatment.
In private practice, how should psychologists explain confidentiality to a child?
Using age-appropriate language to describe what confidentiality means and its limits.
What should a school psychologist prioritize when sharing information with educators?
Need-to-know principle to protect privacy.
What is one way private practice differs from school-based settings in terms of service delivery?
Flexibility in scheduling and tailored care for the family's needs.