Which action would violate the guideline not to loan or borrow from peers?

Which action would violate the guideline not to loan or borrow from peers?

• A. Lending money to a peer
• B. Offering emotional support
• C. Setting boundaries
• D. Attending supervision

Answer: (A)

Professional boundaries require avoiding dual relationships and any financial entanglements with peers. Lending money to a peer would create a financial obligation and blur the line between peer support and a transactional relationship, which can compromise objectivity, introduce pressure to repay, and risk exploitation or resentments. It can erode trust and safety in the recovery relationship. By contrast, offering emotional support, setting boundaries, and attending supervision are appropriate and supportive practices that help maintain healthy, professional interactions. So lending money to a peer is the action that would violate the guideline.

Professional boundaries require avoiding dual relationships and any financial entanglements with peers. Lending money to a peer would create a financial obligation and blur the line between peer support and a transactional relationship, which can compromise objectivity, introduce pressure to repay, and risk exploitation or resentments. It can erode trust and safety in the recovery relationship. By contrast, offering emotional support, setting boundaries, and attending supervision are appropriate and supportive practices that help maintain healthy, professional interactions. So lending money to a peer is the action that would violate the guideline.