Get Functional Assessment Interview

Completing the Functional Assessment Interview online can help gather important insights regarding a child's behavior. This guide provides a clear and supportive framework to understand and fill out each section of the form effectively.

Follow the steps to complete the Functional Assessment Interview with ease.

1. Use the ‘Get Form’ button to access the Functional Assessment Interview form and open it for editing.
2. Begin by entering the child's details in the first section, including the child's name, age, date of the interview, and the interviewer's name. Ensure that this information is accurate as it sets the context for the assessment.
3. In section A, describe the behaviors of concern. For each behavior, specify how it is performed, its frequency, duration, and intensity. Be comprehensive to provide clear context.
4. In section B, assess potential ecological events affecting the child’s behavior. Document medications, medical complications, sleep cycles, eating habits, and daily routines.
5. In section C, identify the contexts of behavior occurrences by noting the times of day, settings, social interactions, and specific activities related to the behaviors.
6. Section D focuses on understanding the child's play abilities. Provide detailed observations about how the child plays alone and with others, including reactions to different play scenarios.
7. In section E, distinguish the function of undesired behaviors. Reflect on what the child gains or avoids through their behaviors.
8. Complete section F by evaluating the efficiency of the undesired behaviors, including physical effort and corresponding payoffs.
9. In section G, define the primary communication methods used by the child. Document expressive and receptive communication abilities.
10. Finally, summarize key findings in sections H and I, focusing on supportive events and developing summary statements for major predictors and consequences.
11. After completing the form, ensure all changes are saved. You can download, print, or share the completed document as needed.

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