Title

The Childs Conception Of Confidentiality In The Therapeutic Relationship

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Keywords

Psychology; Clinical

Abstract

39 6–15 yr olds who were involved in individual counseling at a comprehensive community mental health center were interviewed using a questionnaire designed to assess their conception of confidentiality in the counseling experience. A significant main effect for age was found. Four variables were examined as potential predictors of S's confidentiality score. Two of the variables, which involved Ss' perception of the maintenance or violation of their confidentiality in either a past or current counseling experience, were significantly related to their overall confidentiality score. Results suggest that children gradually evolve a conception of confidentiality consistent with professional guidelines. The importance of an atmosphere of trust in the counseling relationship and the child's perception of the actual maintenance of trust in his/her own counseling experience are emphasized.

Journal Title

Psychotherapy-Theory Research and Practice

Volume

18

Issue/Number

1

Publication Date

1-1-1981

Document Type

Article

Language

English

First Page

123

Last Page

130

WOS Identifier

WOS:A1981LV67100016

ISSN

0033-3204

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