STUDY OF THERAPIST BEHAVIOR IN DIAGNOSTIC INTERVIEWS BY MEANS OF THE INTERACTION CHRONOGRAPH.

The article discusses the study of therapist behavior. An important aspect of the operation of clinics which evaluate the probable response of patients to behavior therapy is the diagnostic interview of the patient by an experienced staff member. An attempt is made in such an interview to decide various questions, such as the nature of the disabilities present, the need for further examinations or referrals, the wisdom of the referral to this particular clinic, the probable response of the patient to behavior therapy, the indicated major areas to work on in behavior therapy, the therapist most likely to be effective, etc.