Imagine that you have been treating a woman struggling with substance abuse or addiction. Her husband has reached out to you, requesting access to documentation related to her treatment.

Before completing this week’s discussion, review the following resources:

• American Counseling Association (ACA) Code of Ethics
• The Association for Addiction Professionals (NAADAC) Code of Ethics
• SAMHSA Substance Abuse Confidentiality Regulations FAQs and Fact Sheets

Additionally, conduct an internet search for the counseling code of ethics and guidelines related to patient confidentiality in your state or a state in which you wish to work.

Imagine that you have been treating a woman struggling with substance abuse or addiction. Her husband has reached out to you, requesting access to documentation related to her treatment. You review your client’s file and notice she has not authorized release of her records to her spouse.

Respond to the following in a minimum of 175 words:

• How would you respond to the husband’s request? Cite ethical codes to support your response.
• What challenges might you face in this scenario?
• What are some limitations to patient confidentiality?
• What are some important ethical codes a counselor should consider when working with families?

Cite at least one scholarly source to support your thinking.