A friend of yours, who has been carrying a terrible secret about her family, informs you that she is seeing a psychologist and plans to divulge her secret because she knows that what she shares in therapy is confidential. What should you tell her?

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While psychologists have an ethical duty to maintain confidentiality, there are certain exceptions to this duty, such as when the client is at risk of harming themselves or someone else, or when required to do so by law (e.g. a court order). It is important for your friend to understand the limits of confidentiality and discuss any concerns with their therapist. Therefore, option B is the best choice as it highlights the importance of being aware of potential exceptions to confidentiality.

A Friend of Yours, Who Has Been Carrying a Terrible