If the person is in danger from someone else, a danger to themselves (self-harm, suicide), a danger of hurting someone else, or if the person is going to commit or has committed a serious crime (sexual abuse, murder, etc).
confidentiality must be broken when a client threatens a specific person
Of course. It can be broken through action or written word. An attorney who nods or shakes his head is not speaking.
questionnaires that I gave students to fill in was not too personal and they were anonymous.
If a persons safety or health may be in danger it may be justified to breach confidentiality.
Confidentiality can be broken for several reasons, including: 1) when there is a legal obligation to disclose information, such as in cases of suspected abuse or threats to safety; 2) when the individual gives informed consent for the information to be shared; and 3) when necessary to protect the interests of the person or others, such as in situations involving imminent harm or serious risk.
Confidentiality should be broken when there is a clear risk of imminent harm to an individual or others, such as in cases of abuse, suicide threats, or potential violence. Legal obligations, such as court orders or mandatory reporting laws, also necessitate breaching confidentiality. Additionally, if a client provides consent to share specific information, it may be appropriate to disclose it. Always ensure that the decision to breach confidentiality is carefully considered and documented.
How to prevent Confidentiality?
confidentiality
Moderate confidentiality
What is the importance of maintaining security and confidentiality?
An interpreter must sign confidentiality agreements for any company he/she works for stating that in any environment where a client is protected by confidentiality laws, he/she will abide by those confidentiality laws.
No laws have been broken. However there has been a breach of confidentiality which could be challenged as a civil matter.