The use and misuse of informed consent in reporting sexual intimacy violations.

What is it about?

This article addresses ethical, clinical, and legal dimensions of sexual contact between a client and a previous treating psychotherapist. The article examines whether such contacts should trigger mandatory reports under state laws and regulations, and explores the role of informed consent in a reporting process.

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Why is it important?

Within the profession of psychology, there is considerable confusion about whether sexual contact between a client and a previous treating psychotherapist warrants a mandatory report. This articles discusses reporting from ethical, legal, and clinical perspectives.