Table 1.
Maintain a Conversation with a Peer | |
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(1) Keep ocular contact during the conversation | 0 = The subject does not maintain eye contact during the conversation 1 = The subject uses eye contact but in an inflexible way or in a limited number of exchanges 2 = The subject uses eye contact flexibly and during all conversational exchanges |
(2) Direct facial expressions, such as a smile, frown, or other expressions consistent with the above, to show interest | 0 = The subject does not express interest in what was said in the conversation through facial expressions 1 = The subject directs other facial expressions in a limited or exaggerated way or uses only some facial expressions (e.g., smiles in hands is contextual, but does not use expressions to express disappointment, sadness, etc.) 2 = The subject uses a wide range of facial expressions in a flexible and coherent way with the speech |
(3) Answer several hectares on the turn taking during conversation | 0 = The subject is unable to respect the conversational rules, for example speaking while the other is completing the speech or responding only after long pauses 1 = The subject occasionally uses non-verbal elements that allow him to understand conversational exchanges 2 = The subject can read the main forms of non-verbal communication to regulate conversational shifts |
(4) Provide additional comments or ask questions related to what the interlocutor said | 0 = The subject does not continue with comments or questions what the interlocutor said 1 = The subject provides additional comments on an occasional basis or not always in context with what was said by the interlocutor 2 = The subject provides additional comments or shows interest in what the interlocutor said with coherent questions. |