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Falsifying records violates ethics and law. The worker must refuse and report through appropriate channels. Protecting agency finances does not justify misconduct.

PTSD requires trauma-related symptoms lasting >1 month. At 5 weeks, the symptoms qualify as PTSD, not acute stress disorder (≤1 month). GAD involves pervasive worry, and adjustment is stress-related but lacks re-experiencing.

The personal fable is adolescent egocentrism involving belief in uniqueness and invulnerability, often leading to risky behaviors. Imaginary audience refers to concern about peer scrutiny.

Schizophreniform Disorder lasts 1–6 months. Schizophrenia requires 6+ months. Brief psychotic disorder lasts <1 month. Symptoms do not align with bipolar here.

The NASW Code of Ethics cautions against dual relationships that may impair objectivity, judgment, or cause harm to clients. A social worker treating a client who is close to their sibling risks blurred boundaries, confidentiality breaches, or conflicts of interest. Ethical practice requires transparency and referral to another provider to protect both client and professional integrity. Continuing services or involving the sibling violates confidentiality. Termination without referral fails to support client welfare. The appropriate response is to refer the client.