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In this study the authors provide an in-depth analysis of each of the eight categories of ethical dilemmas faced by professionals counseling individuals living with HIV/AIDS. The eight ethical dilemma categories involve disclosure, vocational, legal, health, family/social, sexual, death, and counselor/client relationship issues. This study builds on previous research conducted by the authors by discussing the basic components of the Integrative Decision-Making Model of Ethical Behavior and analyzing reasons for making this approach the model of choice in resolving ethical dilemmas faced by counselors working with this particular population.
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Garcia, J.G., Forrester, L.E. & Jacob, A.V. Ethical Dilemma Resolution In HIV/AIDS Counseling: Why an Integrative Model?. International Journal of Rehabilitation and Health 4, 167–181 (1998). https://doi.org/10.1023/A:1022906713575
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