Are child psychiatrist confindential?
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I am sure their are differences in some states, but the law in New York for all health care providers is that they are obligated to report any suspected abuse. Physical or mental.
they keep it private unless its about suicide or harm to others
yes thay are
Everything is confidential except if you are a threat to yourself or others (if you are suicidal or want to kill someone else)
I think it depends on what you talked about, if it's something about you wanting to commit suicide or something along those lines it's their job to make sure you don't hurt yourself and tell your parents. Hopefully it's not and maybe you just have something you need to let off your chest , then they might not. Maybe you could request they don't say anything either. . I hope this helped out.
they are confidential unless it is about something as bad as suicide. then the parents need to be informed about it. otherwise, open up and tell all. good luck.
They all should be absolutely willing to tell you their confidentiality policies and answer any questions you have about them. If they believe you are in eminent danger of suicide or harming others, or being abused, they may have to inform someone. That is not always the parents even then.
:) I think they are a great resource, and I wish you good luck in getting some help. It's a good smart thing to do.
I know you're hoping for a yes answer, but the answer is really yes and no.
While HIPPA laws protect doctor/patient confidentiality, the treating physician/counselor may share information with your parents if it is in your best interest medically. What this means is: that they will most likely sit with you and help you discuss issues with your parent.
As for the daily friend/school/boys stresses, I wouldn't worry about that. The counselor will only tell your parents what will be helpful to your mental health, but will not breach your trust to do it.
Hope you seek the help! Good luck!
You dont have ******* problems you have ******* life thats what everyone does hun they hide they're problems out of fear because they know how they treat others problems and fear the same reaction from their fellow person And its your parents mistakes you learn from not their example or I should hope so BE WARNED A DOCTOR WILL GIVE YOU PILLS IF HE THINKS YOUR CRAZY YOUR PARENTS WILL MAKE YOU TAKE THEM
I don't want to scare you, but the answer is "not necessarily."
The laws regarding psychiatrists and psychologists and minor children (children under the age at which they would be considered adults--I'm assuming that you're one) are complicated. To begin with, in almost any American state or Canadian province that I can think of, a psychiatrist or psychologist is obligated to report any suspected abuse to the relevant authorities. Your right of privacy is also not observed if the person treating feels that you could be a danger to others or yourself. Generally, parents must consent to the treatment being provided, as they're the ones legally responsible for you. They have the right to know what is going on during your treatment. Each therapist handles this issue differently, as confidentiality and trust are important, but the parents are still the ones in charge here, and that has to be respected somehow also. Should your psychiatrist get subpoenaed regarding your treatment, he can't withold testimony or notes on your treatment unless he or she is willing to go to jail for it. The only people who have what is known as privilege, the right to keep communication confidential, are lawyers.
What I would do is simply address it with the psychiatrist. Talk with him or her about your fears and find out where he or she sets the limits of confidentiality. Most mental health professionals are happy to discuss this, as setting down the boundaries and guidelines of a therapeutic relationship is just good practice. Don't tie yourself in knots about this and, remember, whatever is going on in your head and your life, your psychiatrist has probably heard it or seen it before.
Good luck and try not to be too frightened.
Yes they are confidential however, how do you plan on keeping this from your parents? I assume they would be paying for sessions?
What you say in therapy is private but obviously you're parents will know that you are seeing someone.
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