Therapeutic Use of Self
What is therapeutic use of self?
How the therapist use his/her own personality and style to form relationships for the good of the child and family
Do families experience less support or more support when they enter school?
Families may experience less support when the child enters school.
True or false.... Children with disabilities may require more emotional energy from the parents
True
What does IRM stand for?
Intentional Relationship Model
Name 3 different communication styles between the OT and the family
Formal, informal, task-oriented, flexible, approachable, relaxed, serious
Jim, an OT tells parents that their, "child will never have a stable job".
What mistake did he make?
When parents request information, OTs need to be factual. Cannot predict the future
True or False.... Siblings are an example of a financial resource
False
True or False....Are therapists responsible for expanding their interpersonal knowledge base especially regarding cultural competency and other people’s styles?
True
List 3 body language expression to be mindful of when utilizing therapeutic use of self
Posture, mannerisms, movement, eye contact, touch
Name an example of a non-normative event?
You got covid
There was a hurricane
Dad lost his job
If a parent is experiencing anxiety or depression, what type of resource would you use?
Emotional Energy Resources
Kyle's parents are upset at their child's new diagnosis. What IRM principle would you utilize when talking with his parents?
Mindful empathy
List 2 characteristics that show professionalism
Confident, organized, clear, appearance, communication
The family moves the birthday party so that the child can continue going to therapy. Is this an example of adaptation or accommodation?
Accommodation
What could a school-based OT set up for a child to utilize in the home?
Home Programs: Homework packets, fidgets, zones of regulation
What are 3 IRM Modes
Advocating, collaborating, empathizing, encouraging,instructing, problem-solving
Name 1 strategy to develop therapeutic use of self
Creating and capitalizing on self-care that strengthen aspect of yourself and allow you to develop new strengths
Maintaining mindfulness of why you are an occupational therapist
At what stage do kids have increase social stigma from peers?
Adolescent
What 4 types of family resources use for children with special needs?
Financial Resources, Human Resources, Time Resources, and Emotional Resources
Kim is an entry level OT speaking with a parent after a session. She says, "your child is having trouble with bilateral coordination and neuromuscular proprioception". What IRM mode does the OT need to work on?
Instructing
The OT is using medical jargon.