In what context is patient competition encouraged in SPEAK OUT!?

Encouraging competition among patients throughout the entire SPEAK OUT! process fosters a supportive and motivating environment. This approach helps participants to engage actively and push their boundaries, which can enhance their communication skills effectively. By integrating competition at every stage, individuals are encouraged to set and strive for personal goals, which can lead to greater accountability and progress.

While group activities and individual sessions may also involve elements of competition in a more limited scope, integrating it throughout the entire program ensures a consistent and comprehensive approach that reinforces the objectives of SPEAK OUT!. This consistent encouragement builds camaraderie among participants, as they experience shared challenges and triumphs, thereby making the learning process more enriching and effective.