Understanding Confidentiality in Mental Health Evaluations: Key Questions Answered
Counseling-related issues? Hello, Doctor: After graduating from high school, I received treatment at the psychiatric department of Hospital A and underwent a psychological evaluation there (the report has been uploaded to the National Health Insurance system). I am currently atte...
Dr. Wu Enliang Reply:
1.) If the psychological evaluation report conducted by the clinical psychologist hired by the school is uploaded to the National Health Insurance system, will the psychiatrist at Hospital A be able to see my psychological evaluation report from the school? A: The school-employed...[Read More] Understanding Confidentiality in Mental Health Evaluations: Key Questions Answered
Dealing with Reluctant Family Members Seeking Medical Help
Family members are unwilling to seek medical care? My mother has been experiencing throat issues for the past three months. She clears her throat approximately every minute, sometimes coughs, and even wakes up coughing during the night. However, she is quite averse to seeing a do...
Dr. Xiao Minghong Reply:
Hello Sir: In our country, we place great importance on patient rights and emphasize patient autonomy. Therefore, under normal circumstances, it is not possible to force a patient to seek medical care. It is best to encourage the individual to willingly seek treatment. However, s...[Read More] Dealing with Reluctant Family Members Seeking Medical Help