Discussion:
Crisis Management and Planning
1. Can you provide a synopsis of an agency's policy or protocol for how to manage crisis situations, such for a client who is suicidal, homicidal, actively psychotic, or aggressive and in need of assessment for hospitalization.
2. Describe the policy for following mandatory reporting laws.
3. Describe how someone can be proactive in the various types of crises listed above. You may consider crises occurring when the client at the office, at the agency, or on the phone.
4. Can you please utilize theoretical, empirical, or professional literature to support your views and writings. Reference your sources using standard APA guidelines.