Rounds in the General Hospital August 19, 2009

Lies in the Doctor-Patient Relationship

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Prim Care Companion J Clin Psychiatry 2009;11(4):163-168

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Have you ever lied to your patients or been surprised to learn that one ofyour patients lied to you? Have you considered it important to learnwhy lies emerge in the treatment relationship? Have you wondered whether(or how) you should confront such untruths?