What should you do to maintain rapport during the VP assessment?

Maintaining rapport during a Visual Processing (VP) assessment is crucial for obtaining an accurate representation of a child's abilities and ensuring a positive testing experience. Allowing extra time for responses is an effective approach because it can help alleviate pressure and anxiety for the child. By giving them the time they need to process the information and respond, you foster a supportive environment where the child feels comfortable expressing themselves without the fear of being rushed or judged.

This approach also respects the individual pace at which each child processes tasks, which is particularly important in a testing scenario where performance can be affected by stress or discomfort. A relaxed atmosphere can lead to more authentic responses, creating a more accurate assessment of the child's visual processing skills.

Other options may detract from rapport: encouraging haste can increase anxiety, changing activities might disrupt the flow of the assessment without providing the necessary feedback on the child's capabilities, and asking for parental help could shift focus away from the child’s performance and may not accurately reflect their abilities.