Social workers who are aware of a colleague's impairment-due to personal problems, psychosocial distress, substance abuse, or mental health difficulties that interfere with practice effectiveness-should consult with the colleague when feasible and assist the colleague in taking remedial action.

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According to the NASW (National Association of Social Workers) Code of Ethics, social workers are ethically required to address impairment among colleagues by consulting with them when feasible and assisting them in taking remedial action to prevent harm to clients.

Social Workers Who Are Aware of a Colleague's Impairment-Due to Personal