The Self-Directed Psychiatric Rehabilitation Activities is a new product, published by the Center for Psychiatric Rehabilitation, designed to walk a person through the process of considering, choosing, getting, and keeping a preferred living, learning, working, or social role. The outlines, examples, and worksheets in this manual are written for personal use. The process in this manual is designed to assist a person to explore and develop readiness for rehabilitation; to assist in choosing a valued role in residential, educational, vocational, and social settings; and to help review and develop skills and supports that may be needed for success and satisfaction within a chosen role. These Self-Directed Activities may be used independently, with a support person, or with a small group of peers. A valuable resource for individuals, peers, mental health and rehabilitation service providers, family members, and others, who will find the Self-Directed Activities to be user-friendly in helping to make important life decisions.

For more information, go to: http://www.bu.edu/cpr/products/curricula/self-directedpra.html
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