The author explores the dilemma resulting from a situation where the counselor's loyalties to the client and the institution that employs him are in conflict. (RP)

Discusses 11 issues that may have ethical implications for counselors, including confidentiality, data storage, software issues, counselor-assisted software programs, client screening procedures, use by affluent versus poor clients, sexism, computer literacy with poor socialization skills, external locus of control, left-brain thinking, and…

This article presents a code of ethics defining the responsibilities of a counselor to pupils, parents, other school personnel, community, him/herself, and the counseling profession. (RP)

Presents American School Counselor Association standards of ethics for school counselors. These include responsibilities to pupils, parents, colleagues and professional associates, self, and profession. Also discusses maintenance of standards and resources. (JAC)

The author feels that school counselors must take steps if they are to guard the confidentiality of their files from parents, particularly in cases of suspected child abuse. (HMV)

Notes that number of school counselors are confused about issues of confidentiality. Discusses issues of privileged communication, confidentiality, and employer policies. Concludes with section on law, ethics, employer policy, and the counselor. Provides six recommendations for school counselors to use in their day-to-day practice to avoid…

The one definite way to insure confidentiality is to insist that no information be passed on to any one without the written permission from the student involved. The responsibility of any counselor should be only to his client. The counselor cannot act as an arm of the administration without sacrificing his effectiveness. (Author)

Discusses the Buckley Amendment and its relationship to counselor's responsibilities around confidentiality. Problems arising from implementation of this law are discussed. Additional legislation is suggested with possible alternatives for counselors. Counselors' dilemma about permitting access to confidential information is stressed. (Author/MC)

Reviews court cases dealing with abortion and the counselor's legal responsibility to both the student and parents. Provides practical recommendations on abortion counseling with minors and suggests that counselors urge minors to discuss abortion plans with parents. Counselor should consider local mores and be knowledgeable about appropriate…

Discusses pupil record keeping, student and parents' rights, and how counselors should function to safeguard those individual rights. The history behind the Buckley Amendment is also described. (EJT)