In which scenario is "Wait It Out" an appropriate strategy?

The scenario in which "Wait It Out" is appropriate is when intervention could cause further escalation. This strategy is utilized in situations where immediate action might provoke a stronger negative response from the individual. By choosing to wait, it allows both the individual and the RBT to calm down and regain composure, which can prevent an escalation of behavior that may occur with an ill-timed intervention.

In other scenarios, such as when an individual is calm and unresponsive, it may be more effective to engage them in some way rather than to wait, which could lead to a lack of progress. During a moment of peak escalation, intervening is typically necessary to help the individual regain control and redirect their behavior. In a chaotic setting, waiting might not be effective because the environment itself can contribute to the individual's distress. Thus, the choice to implement "Wait It Out" hinges on the potential for worsening the situation if intervention occurs too early.