How to Conduct More Culturally Responsive and Trauma-Informed Functional Assessment Interviews: A Tutorial.

Area of Science:

• Clinical Psychology
• Behavior Analysis

Background:

• Open-ended interviews are traditionally used for functional analysis design.
• There is a lack of resources on culturally responsive and trauma-informed interviewing techniques for this purpose.

Purpose of the Study:

• To educate clinicians on the importance and methods of integrating cultural responsiveness and trauma-informed care into functional analysis interviews.
• To provide practical guidance and tools for clinicians to enhance their interviewing skills.

Main Methods:

• The tutorial outlines actionable steps for conducting aligned interviews.
• A sample interview is provided to illustrate recommended practices.
• A ready-to-use tool is offered for immediate clinical application.

Main Results:

• Clinicians will gain knowledge on adapting interview techniques for diverse populations.
• The study offers a framework for more effective and ethical functional analyses.
• Practical resources are made available to support implementation.

Conclusions:

• Aligning functional analysis interviews with cultural responsiveness and trauma-informed care is crucial.
• This tutorial equips clinicians with the necessary knowledge and tools to improve patient care.
• The provided resources facilitate the adoption of best practices in clinical settings.