title: Pitfalls in the consultant's path.
abstract: If the consultant is to retain his skill and reputation, he must be constantly aware of the pitfalls that lie in his path. This article discusses the temptations of greed, dishonesty, arrogance, alcohol and drug abuse, and neglect of family and recreation.
authors.affiliation: University of Aberdeen.
authors.forename: D
authors.initials: D
authors.lastname: Short
mesh_terms: D003253:Consultants / Q000523:psychology; D004992:Ethics, Medical; D006801:Humans; D008318:Malpractice; D011361:Professional Competence; D011788:Quality of Life; D012938:Social Perception