A Review of Contemporary Ethical Decision-Making Models for Mental Health Professionals

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Title: A Review of Contemporary Ethical Decision-Making Models for Mental Health Professionals
Language: English
Authors: Francis, Perry C.
Source: Online Submission. 2015.
Peer Reviewed: N
Page Count: 32
Publication Date: 2015
Document Type: Reports - Evaluative
Descriptors: Decision Making, Ethics, Allied Health Personnel, Mental Health, Models, Cultural Relevance, Values, Context Effect, Reflection, Professional Development, Counselor Qualifications
Abstract: Mental health professionals are faced with increasingly complex ethical decisions that are impacted by culture, personal and professional values, and the contexts in which they and their clients inhabit. This article presents the reasons for developing and implementing multiple ethical decision making models and reviews four models that address culture, values, and context. These models will guide the mental health professional in making and implementing decisions that will impact client care and counselor development.
Abstractor: As Provided
Number of References: 51
Entry Date: 2016
Accession Number: ED565003
Database: ERIC
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Abstract:Mental health professionals are faced with increasingly complex ethical decisions that are impacted by culture, personal and professional values, and the contexts in which they and their clients inhabit. This article presents the reasons for developing and implementing multiple ethical decision making models and reviews four models that address culture, values, and context. These models will guide the mental health professional in making and implementing decisions that will impact client care and counselor development.