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Motivational Risk Assessment

Motivational Risk Assessment

ignition has delivered the final of five sessions considering how to ensure that risk assessment is driven by the process of engagement and solid relational skills, rather than practice being driven by the need to 'fill in the form'.

Dr Mark Farrall, Director of ignition said: "Social services rightfully prioritises risk assessment, particularly in the field of child protection; but research clearly demonstrates that the type of effective listening and engagement skills found in Motivational Interviewing can reduce resistance and increase disclosure, thus reducing 'hidden harm'.