A therapist working in a neurosurgery intensive care unit notices that a client's manner of speech is unusual in that he speaks excessively and with heightened affect. According to the Intentional Relationship Model (IRM), what category of client characteristic should the therapist think about when establishing rapport with this client?

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The Intentional Relationship Model (IRM) emphasizes the importance of understanding and adapting to a client's communication style to establish a therapeutic relationship. The client's manner of speaking excessively and with heightened affect directly relates to their approach to communication.

A Therapist Working in a Neurosurgery Intensive Care Unit Notices