In the U.S., what safeguards are in place to prevent a mentally ill, or just spiteful or incompetent, psychiatrist / psychologist from abusing their position of power?Assuming the person is already practicing.For example, are there any diagnoses that require an independent second opinion because of the serious consequences of acting on that diagnosis?Obviously, this is especially important since- given the near complete power someone in this field could have over another person's life trajectory- the field will attract abusive people.
What safeguards are in place to prevent abuse of power?
clinical psychology