Functional Behaviour Assessments

Functional Assessment of an undesired behaviour is the process of investigating the reasons why specific behaviour(s) are occurring via interviews, data collection and observations. Functional Assessment of challenging behaviours can be conducted in the home, school or other external environment and allows a clinician to gain a full understanding of why a behaviour is being used. This assessment allows for the development of individualised, needs based and effective skills based interventions.

Functional Assessment Requires:
1 x interview in clinical setting with significant carer(s)
2 x observations in setting(s) where challenging behaviour is occurring
1 x interview in clinical setting with person using challenging behaviour
1 x feedback session with carers in clinical setting

Results:
On completion of a full Functional Assessment being conducted a detailed report is provided to carers. The report contains all relevant information as well a detailed description of behavioural recommendations as to what interventions would benefit this person and those within the person’s environment. This report assists with the development of behaviour modification programmes.