The general guideline for goal writing presented by the author is to begin the goal statement with "Client will _____________" or "______________..."

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Beginning the goal statement with "Client will increase" or "Client will decrease" provides a clear and measurable objective for the client to work towards. This helps to ensure that the goal is specific and achievable. Beginning the statement with other phrases like "attempt" or "feel" can be vague and difficult to quantify. Similarly, goals that begin with "refrain from" or "hope for" lack specificity and may not provide the client with a clear focus for their efforts.

The General Guideline for Goal Writing Presented by the Author