| Disadvantages of this may be that if the service user is trying to communicate something really important then it may be misunderstood, or people may not get the right idea. Also this may not work for people who are shy. Another issue could be if a service user is trying to report bullying or abuse through this communication then it could be missed.
By assessing their needs accessing their needs and getting required information about their communication needs you can find out the best way to communicate with a certain individual. By not using the correct aids and equipment, such as hearing aids, can make individuals feel isolated or they may even hold back on communicating at all. 3. Analyse features of the environment that may help or hinder communication. Some features that will help or hinder communication are things like lighting, if the lighting is poor they may not be able to see sufficiently and may not understand you, whereas if it is good they will be able to see what is going on around them and also will be able to see what you are doing or saying.
There are many barriers in communication, speaking a different language may need a translator, they may have a hearing impairment, so a hearing aid or loop system must be used. Illnesses can cause a barrier, these can cause confusion and mistakes to be made. Sight impairments, this is where computers and braille boards can be useful. 3.3 Explain how to overcome barriers to communication. You can overcome barriers by building a good relationship with the individuals, listen to them and respond appropriately with good body language and eye contact, make them feel at ease with you, understand their needs.
It has been noted that some individuals with (asd) also lack in empathy, can display a certain air of aloofness and could make inappropriate responses in social situations. Individuals with (asd) may need the support of their family and carers who are able to prepare them to interact in new social situations they may encounter in their environment and in the community. (2) Language and Communication: - People communicate in many ways such as verbal and non verbal. An impairment in this area, if speech is present, an individual with (asd) may often take the meaning of a conversation literally. They may also have fast and/or echolalia speech patterns which could result in the person repeating what has just been relayed to them.
Questions can be asked to make sure the information was understood. Some communication needs are more complex, such as speaking to a service user that has dementia. In this situation clear and simple sentences need to used, and at times questions with a yes or no answer. The service user also needs to be given plenty of time to respond. Another complex need could be those with eye sight issues, as they may need to use touch to understand something.
Effective communication enables service users’ needs and wishes to be met. The individuals personality or behaviour could affect the way they communicate with others. For example, if the person is shy he or she may not be in the mood to communicate clearly, and may stumble on their words. How we communicate with the service users we support, is very important that we communicate with them very clearly, due to their cognitive disorder they may misunderstand what we are trying to say. This could also affect the relationship we have with the servicer users.
Outcome 1 1.1 There are many ways a range of factors can have a negative impact on an individual with sensory loss such as an individual can miss out on important day to day information that many take for granted. Individuals with sensory loss can also find it difficult with tasks such as feeding or dressing themselves, independent mobility and participating in hobbies. Though there can be some positive impacts such as an individual can receive increased help or care and a range of aids available to support them. 1.2 Steps can be taken to overcome factors that have a negative impact on individuals with sensory loss. Some steps that should be taken are making sure areas are clear of any obstacles that could be tripped over or bumped into, making sure the surrounding area is quite and well lit and when speaking to and individual with hearing loss always face them and speak
If the individual feels rushed, they may become agitated or restricted and not therefore understand clearly. They may ‘give up’ if they feel under pressure. • Eye contact and visibility, body language. Much of communication is visible. If a person can have eye contact with you and pick up o body language and other visual cues it will help their understanding and communication.
Orientation can be affected and people can lose a sense of what is around them and where they are. This can result in a loss of sense of freedom, a loss of security, and a loss of control in their environment. Hearing loss can make face to face communication difficult and can cause people to feel isolated and excluded from conversations. 1.2 identify steps that can be taken to overcome factors that have a negative impact on individuals with sensory loss People with sensory loss need to find other ways in which they can obtain information. Makaton and BSL can help people with hearing loss.
However in a situation like this practitioners need to recognise that when the child needs to be referred to others. Sometimes children’s behaviour could show some signs that they need some extra support. This means that a practitioner needs to recognise when children need to be referred to another colleague or a professional. However a practitioner needs to encourage positive behaviour and manage children’s common behaviour. Specific types of unwanted behaviour that should be referred to others: • When pupils are a danger to themselves and/or others • When you are dealing with a difficult situation on your own • If pupils are not carrying out your instructions and you are not in control of the situation • When you are not comfortable dealing with a pupil, for example they are behaving in a threatening manner or behaving unpredictably • When an incident is serious enough to warrant the involvement of a senior member of staff.