Colorado Mental Health Jurisprudence Practice Exam

In which situation might a person disclose confidential information due to a client's actions?

1. If the client changes address

2. If the client stops attending sessions

3. If the client exhibits behaviors that pose a significant threat to school safety

4. If the client requests a therapy summary

The correct answer is: If the client exhibits behaviors that pose a significant threat to school safety

In a therapeutic setting, confidentiality is highly valued and protected. However, if a client's behavior poses a significant threat to school safety, it may be necessary for a therapist to disclose confidential information in order to protect the well-being of others. On the other hand, options A, B, and D do not pose a potential risk to others and therefore do not warrant a breach of confidentiality. Changing address, stopping attending sessions, and requesting a therapy summary are all actions that do not compromise the safety of others and should not lead to disclosure of confidential information.