Questions and Answers
What determines if a minor aged 12 and older can consent to their own treatment?
Which statement is true regarding divorced parents consenting to a minor's treatment?
In the absence of a court order for a foster child, who is responsible for consenting to treatment?
What should be done if one parent has sole legal custody of a minor?
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What must be included in the informed consent when working with couples or families?
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Who may consent for a foster child's treatment if the child has legal guardianship with a foster parent?
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What is a recommended practice if a parent brings a minor to therapy?
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What happens if a minor aged 12 or older seeks treatment despite parental opposition?
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What is necessary for a social worker to consent to a foster child's treatment when a minute order is issued?
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If both married parents have legal custody, who has the authority to consent to the minor's treatment?
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When working with minors do have to get a written or verbal informed consent?
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If a grandma was watching the kid and parents weren't in the picture, who can sign. the informed consent?
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what are 2 reasons to treat without consent?
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Study Notes
Informed Consent with Minors
- Minors aged 12 and older may consent to their own treatment if deemed mature enough, and if there are reasons to exclude parents.
- Parental involvement is necessary when a parent brings a minor to therapy; the parent must sign the informed consent form.
- If a minor signs for their own treatment, they are responsible for any associated payment.
Special Considerations for Minors
- In the case of married parents, either parent can consent for treatment.
- Unmarried parents also have the right for either party to consent for treatment.
- For divorced parents, the custody agreement dictates who can consent; if both have legal custody, consent can come from either parent.
- Sole legal custody allows only that parent to consent.
- Legal guardians are authorized to consent for treatment.
- For foster children, consent must be obtained from the child's lawyer; if absent, a social worker may consent if permitted by a court order.
Best Practices for Minors
- Encourage collaboration with both parents when a minor is brought to therapy by one.
- Obtain a signature from the parent with sole legal custody.
- A minor, aged 12 or older, may consent to treatment independently if a parent opposes it.
Informed Consent for Mental Health Services
- Informed consent for foster children requires the child's lawyer's approval unless a court order allows a foster parent or social worker to consent.
- The hierarchy of consent is: child's lawyer, followed by the social worker (if applicable), and foster parent with legal guardianship.
Informed Consent for Couples, Families, and Groups
- Implement a no secrets policy in informed consent for couples and families to inform them about sharing relevant information with the therapist.
- This policy includes exceptions for safety concerns, such as abuse or threats to life, and issues affecting the treatment unit, like affairs or substance abuse.
Informed Consent for Group Therapy
- While therapists are legally obligated to maintain confidentiality, group members do not have the same legal protection.
- Participants must understand the risks of group therapy, including the potential for members to disclose confidential information.
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This quiz focuses on the complexities of informed consent regarding minors aged 12 and older. It covers key issues such as parental involvement, payment responsibility, and considerations for treatment consent from both married and unmarried parents. Test your knowledge on these critical aspects of legal and ethical standards in healthcare for minors.
