When It Is Used
Use it after selecting an individualized goal and before defining neighboring GAS anchors or scoring follow-up.
Define the GAS 0 Expected Outcome Anchor
Expected Outcome (0) Definition is a focused Goal Attainment Scaling anchor-definition tool for practitioners and clients working together. It helps define the expected level of achievement for an individualized goal as an observable future state for later scoring.
Select a sample goal and write the 0 expected outcome anchor.
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Tool guide
Learn more about this tool
Use this background section to understand when the tool fits, how practitioners use it, and what to consider before sharing it with clients.
What It Captures
The tool captures the goal link, expected observable future state, and optional context about the intervention period.
Limits
The tool does not generate -1, -2, +1, or +2 anchors and does not score follow-up attainment.
What does 0 mean in this tool?
0 is the expected outcome level for the individualized goal in Goal Attainment Scaling.
Can this tool stand alone without a goal?
No. The 0 anchor must be linked to a specific individualized goal.
Does the tool decide whether the expectation is realistic?
No. It may show a place for practitioner judgment, but it does not determine clinical realism automatically.
What is saved?
The fixed 0-anchor definition tool is saved as-is; sample goal and anchor text are not saved as real client data.