As a diversional therapist comes in contact with patients of multiple backgrounds, it is important that information is clearly transmitted. As Ondondo (2015) states, “noise, in any form, constitutes barriers to effective communication”. By understanding the importance of this concept, I will be aware of eliminating such barriers with the purpose of clearly understanding the intended information conveyed. This can be done by reducing potential barriers in the environment and confirming information through summarising and reflecting.
Ondondo, E. A., (2015). Acquire language disorders as barriers to effective communication, Theory and Practice in Language Studies, 5(7), 1324-1329.
This photo demonstrates the use of enablers to challenge potential barriers in communication. https://static1.squarespace.com/static/55b0eea6e4b0eac970b56fa2/t/57527bbab654f96f0d477bcc/1465023436205/barriers+vs+enablers.png
Communication in therapeutic recreation 