PACT can be delivered through online videoconference. Videoconference sessions are efficient and accessible to working families and people in remote locations.
The video recording/s may be made and sent to the therapist 2-5 days in advance of the therapist feedback session, depending on how your therapist delivers PACT. Parents/caregivers may use a mobile phone, camcorder or iPad to take PACT video recordings.
Parents are given simple steps of advice to making the video recording:
a) The recorder can be positioned upright on a shelf, ledge or table making sure it’s on a wide angle lens to capture both adult and child in the recording.
a) The camera should be in a suitable position to record adequate sound quality. Any background noise should be limited or avoided, e.g., TV/ video/ music off. An additional person may be helpful to make the video recording or a ‘selfie’ video will be sufficient.
c) Avoid positioning the camera facing a window or bright light to reduce glare but have sufficient light in the room to see the face of both adult and child in the video recording.
d) The camera should be left on record to make two 5-minute video recordings or one
continuous 10-minute video recording.
e) Where two parents practise PACT, they can make a 5-minute recording each.
f) The video recording/s are sent to the PACT therapist using a secure platform. We recommend SharePoint.
g) The video should be transferred to the PACT therapist at least 2 working days before the PACT therapist feedback session.
PACT at Home: The therapist discusses with parents/caregivers how to find the best space for home-made video recordings, e.g., in an available distraction-free space.
As the PACT progresses, video recordings may be taken in different areas (in a kitchen, outside space or garden) to record interaction in daily routines. The therapist advises on appropriate materials using household items and available toys or in daily routines, e.g. washing hands, making toast, bubbles, pouring juice, playing or interaction without toys such as hide and seek, singing and rhymes.
PACT Practise: PACT therapist feedback and intervening daily practise continues as described in the PACT manual.