Interventions with Disorders Usually First Diagnosed in Infancy, Childhood, or Adolescence Outcome CriteriaLong-term GoalClient will initiate social interactions (physical, verbal, nonver-bal) with caregiver by discharge from treatment. 1. Client initiates interactions between self and others. 5. Support client with your presence as he or she endeavors 1. Function in a one-to-one relationship with child. 4. Go slowly. Do not force interactions. Begin with positive 3. Convey a manner of warmth, acceptance, and availability as cli- 2. Provide child with familiar objects (favorite toys, blanket). 2. Client uses eye contact, facial responsiveness, and other smiling, hugging. trust.distressed.cy of staff–client interaction enhances the establishment of established provides a feeling of security. an individual with whom a trusting relationship has been to relate to others in the environment. establishment and maintenance of a trusting relationship.an onslaught of stimuli to which he or she is unaccustomed.reinforcement for eye contact. Gradually introduce touch, These items will offer security during times when child feels ent attempts to fulfi Selected RationalesThe autistic client may feel threatened by ll basic needs. These characteristics enhance The presence of Consisten-●^23
2506_Ch02_014-053.indd Sec1:23 2506 Ch 02 014 - 053 .indd Defi[Inability to trust]Possible Etiologies (“related to”)cess, transmit, and use a system of symbols [to communicate] [Immature grammatical structure]●Does not or cannot speak. 3. Client does not withdraw from physical contact. SDefi[Neurological alterations][Withdrawal into the self ]e^ c 1 IMPAIRED VERBAL COMMUNICATIONnonverbal behaviors in interactions with others.: nition: ning Characteristics (“evidenced by”) 23 Decreased, delayed, or absent ability to receive, pro- 1 10/1/10 9:33:18 AM 0 / 1 / 10 9 : 33 : 18 AM
