2.2.1 - Describe the types of information you would seek to collect in an initial assessment of a child's problems, and outline several possible methods you might employ to gather this information. Flashcards
Who should you INTERVIEW
parents
-both where possible
note any issues with parental conflict
note issues of parental competence
teacher
info about school based function
child
understanding of reason for appointment
child’s perception of problems
strengths
interests
What should you OBSERVE
behavour
communication
appearance
over a diversity of settings
What type of QUESTIONNAIRES might you use
practice based parent questionnaires
those that can be administered to parents, children and teachers
Some good examples can include
Child Behaviour Checklist (CBCL) - can assess academic, social and behavioural problems
Bheaviour Assessment of Children -2 (BASC-2)
What is the Hunsely and Mash type of assessment
Developmental Systems Assessment (DSA)