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The Defendant Psychiatrist as Witness deposition, or during the actual trial. How a defendant prepares and provides testimony will change depending on the setting. This chapter will review how to prepare for each situation, questions to ask the attorney ahead of time, and possibly what to expect from plaintiff’s counsel. In addition, t

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The Stress of Being Suedice litigation in general, it is often a prolonged process and very stressful for the psychiatrist who is being sued. Litigation-related stress, also known as medical malpractice stress syndrome (MMSS), is commonly experienced by the defendant physician. The primary manifestations of MSSS are psycho

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Boundary Violationsed as sexual boundary issues, many more boundary dilemmas require consideration in present-day practice. Additional modern boundary dilemmas include dual relationships, inappropriate prescribing for family and friends, relationships with patients’ family members, and communications in the context of

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Breach of Confidentialityen divulging personal information to providers, and open communication is a necessary component of care. Yet this duty is not absolute. Mental health providers are increasingly “dual agents” who serve both their own patients and the public welfare; they may be legally bound or permitted to breach co

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Negligent Psychopharmacologying negligent psychopharmacology, the patient package inserts (PPI) for medications are commonly used by attorneys to establish negligence. The process of informed consent is also commonly scrutinized in these cases, examining if the physician explained various recommendations, intended benefits, an

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The Defense Attorney’s Perspectiveocess looks like as a whole. This process can be an unpleasant experience; however, with the right practices in places and the right people to lend assistance, the process can nonetheless be overcome.

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