Ethics

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a written system of standards of ethical conduct

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code of ethics

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a major branch of philosophy, encompassing right conduct and good life

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ethics

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a habit of mind and will that inclines a person to act with integrity

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prudence

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ethics that answer the question “what should I do?”

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principle ethics

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ethics that answer the question “Who should I be?”

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virtue ethics

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a viewpoint of ethics where ethical decisions are based on the context or consequences

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ethical relativism

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a viewpoint of ethics where ethical decisions are based on fixed moral rules that exist regardless of whether one believes in them

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ethical absolutism

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implementing the values of the dominant social system as the basis for ethical decisions

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clinical pragmatism

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emphasizing human needs, such as self-actualization and freedom, as the basis for ethical decisions

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humanistic ethics

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acknowledging the uniqueness of a situation and the need to apply principles accordingly

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situational ethics

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using religious beliefs, such as the belief in divine love or the will of God, as the basis of ethical decisions

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religious ethics

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1) Identify and define the problem.
2) Review the NAADAC Code of Ethics to determine which principles are applicable.
3) Consult with a supervisor and/or colleagues
4) Consider any potential legal concerns and identify if consultation with an attorney is needed.
5) Identify all courses of action and their consequences.
6) Decide on a course of action.
7) Implement the course of action and document it appropriately.
8) Reflect on the outcome of the course of action.

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NAADAC’s Decision Making Model

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assuring information will be kept secret, with access limited to only appropriate persons

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confidentiality

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the state of being private

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privacy

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a legal document which invokes the power of the court to force someone to testify in court or to give certain documents to the court

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subpoena

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the habit of mind that inclines a person toward the intelligent understanding of the suffering of another and the desire to alleviate that suffering

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compassion

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the process of detailing the nature of treatment services so the client can make a voluntary and informed decision as to whether he or she would like to participate

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informed consent

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programs designed to help employees manage substance use and emotional disturbances without losing their job

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employee assistance program (EAP)

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another name for an employee assistance program that is designed to help employees manage substance use and emotional disturbances without losing their job

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peer assistance program

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intangible property that is the result of creativity

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intellectual property

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a legal concept giving he creator of an original work of authorship exclusive rights to it

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copyright

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rights that are founded in human nature

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natural rights

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rights that are not guaranteed by human nature but are agreed upon by society

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consensual rights

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When an addiction professional assumes two different roles with a client

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dual relationship

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an obligation an addiction professional has to warn another individual of emending danger

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duty to warn

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a law that requires addiction professionals to hold in confidence anything clients tell them, even when ordered to by a court

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privileged communication

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an obligation an addiction professional has to report cases of abuse, neglect and exploitation

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duty to report

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professional wrongdoing that results in injury or damage

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malpractice

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supporting clients’ independence, freedom and self-determination

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autonomy

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the obligation to do good

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beneficence

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being educated, trained and prepared to provide the addiction-related services

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competence

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valuing the right to privacy

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discretion

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exercising honesty and trust

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fidelity

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providing equal and fair treatment

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justice

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demonstrating allegiance to the client

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loyalty

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doing no harm

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nonmaleficence

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observing laws and relations which govern individuals and the profession

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obedience