John Jones was court-ordered into anger management classes because of wife battering.After this week's meeting, Mr.Jones confided in the therapist that he
Had decided to kill his wife.Which ethical principle has priority in this case?

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Protection of human life is the priority in this case because the therapist has a duty to prevent harm and protect the life of the client's wife, overriding confidentiality in situations where there is a clear and imminent threat to someone's safety.

John Jones Was Court-Ordered into Anger Management Classes Because of Wife