WHAT IS INTENSIVE INTERACTION?

Intensive Interaction is an approach for people with autism and/or severe learning disabilities who have difficulties with social communication and relating to others.
  FEATURES
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  • Accepts and respects the person for who they are
  • Gentle, intuitive and relaxed
  • Responsive
  • Enjoyable and playful
  • Non-invasive and non-directive
  • Does not require special equipment or facilities
  • Can be used anywhere and at anytime
  • Based on sound research evidence
 

   BENEFITS

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  • Reaches people who appear to 'be in a world of their own'

  • Improves communication and cognition

  • Strengthens emotional connections and bonding

  • Develops self-esteem

  • Enhances emotional understanding and expression

  • Improves confidence using eye contact

  • Reduces anxiety around other people

  • Increases understanding and use of facial expressions, body language and gesture

  • Improves understanding and use of vocalisations and verbal communication

  • Develops concentration abilities

  • Can have a positive impact on behaviour and physical development

In relation to Intensive Interaction, Mansell concluded:

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"there is great potential here to provide a better quality of life"

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Department of Health, 2010