Confidentiality and Privacy in Psychotherapy

A set of flashcards covering key terms and concepts related to confidentiality and privacy in psychotherapy, including legal aspects, informed consent, and managing client data.

Confidentiality

The confidential handling and retention of information shared in a trusted relationship.

Informed Consent

The process where clients are informed of their rights regarding confidential information.

GDPR

General Data Protection Regulation, a regulation that protects data management in specific countries.

Psychotherapy

Defined by local laws and regulated by the Health act in Hungary.

Medical Privacy

Laws enacted in developed countries to protect individuals' medical health privacy.

Confidential Information

Includes therapy participation, session content, test results, and client information.

Data Management

The process of collecting, managing, and storing client data in psychotherapy.

Confidentiality Waivers

Conditions under which confidentiality must be broken, such as when the client is a danger to themselves or others.

Tarasoff Rule

A precedent set by a legal case requiring professionals to notify authorities to protect potential victims.

Balancing Danger Prevention

The consideration of how to reduce danger without breaching confidentiality.

Indirect Participants

Family members or others who may have their rights violated due to confidentiality breaches.

Client Rights

Patients have the right for their health data to be shared only with authorized individuals.