________ is a legal term meaning that a psychologist is prevented from disclosing confidential information during legal proceedings.

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"Privilege" is the legal term that refers to a psychologist's protection from being forced to disclose confidential information in a court of law, unless there is a court order or the client has given explicit permission to do so. Confidentiality (A) is a broader term that refers to the ethical obligation of a psychologist to protect the private information of their clients. Beneficence (B) is a principle in ethics that refers to the obligation to do good and avoid harm in all actions related to clients. Mens Rea (D) is a legal term used in criminal law to refer to the mental state or intent of the perpetrator at the time of the crime.

________ Is a Legal Term Meaning That a Psychologist Is