Positive approach
The positive approach emphasizes acceptance and respect of the person as he/she is, with his/her own rights. The individual must be perceived as a complete person.
The positive approach promotes acompaniment of the person as part of a relationship of equals, not of force. This egalitarian interaction implies that anyone present, be it the person performing the intervention, the parent or the individual, has knowledge to give and to gain from the other. With a positive attitude, it is possible to create a bond during these interactions. It allows the person the ability to:
- realize oneself
- maintain control over his/her own life by offering choices and respecting his/her rhythm
- feel valued in performing various activities in real and non-restrictive situations, while receiving encouragement and praise
- receive all types of stimulation that allow him/her to discover and enjoy positive experiences that allow him/her to develop new skills.
The positive approach is based on the teaching of new skills, communication and the enrichment of human relationships and quality of life. For people with excessive behaviours, the positive approach offers elements that promote the efficient modification of those behaviours without unnecessary control or punishment.
This approach prefers the use of non-restrictive measures respectful of human dignity and the person's rights, and contributes to building positive attitudes towards them.
The goal is to create an environment for the person where conditions encourage the expression of his/her personality, feelings and emotions. Affectionate relationships make him/her feel like less of a dependent and more like a person living interdependently with relation to his/her community.
