When It Is Used
Use it after the expected 0 outcome is defined and before follow-up scoring, so below-expected attainment can be matched consistently.
Define GAS -1 and -2 Less-than-Expected Anchors
Less-than-Expected Anchors (-1/-2) is a focused Goal Attainment Scaling lower-anchor definition tool for practitioners and clients working together. It helps define below-expected attainment states for an individualized goal so partial or minimal progress can be scored consistently.
Start with a sample 0 expected outcome and define the -1 and -2 lower anchors.
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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 -1 and -2 descriptions linked to a goal and expected 0 outcome.
Limits
The tool does not define +1 or +2 anchors, compute scores, decide clinical plausibility, or suggest anchor wording.
Can I use this without a 0 expected outcome?
No. Lower anchors cannot be meaningfully defined without the expected outcome reference.
What is the difference between -1 and -2?
-1 is less-than-expected achievement, while -2 is more severe underachievement.
Does the system decide whether an anchor is clinically plausible?
No. Plausibility remains a practitioner judgment; the system may only flag structural issues such as missing or duplicate content.
What is saved?
The fixed lower-anchor tool is saved as-is; fictional demo goal and anchor content are not saved as real client data.