Responses to perceived unethical practices in clinical neuropsychology: Ethical and legal considerations

Neuropsychologists often review the work of colleagues who have performed a neuropsychological evaluation. At times, these reviews may cause one to be lieve that a colleague acted in an unethical manner. However, it is often u nclear whether the situation warrants contacting the colleague or filing a complaint. This article provides examples of potential unethical practices in neuropsychology, and then reviews the relevant ethical principles and le gal precedents concerning the obligations and possible risks of reporting p erceived unethical practices of a colleague. The paper concludes with a ser ies of recommendations and options as to when and how one should proceed in such situations.