Note: This eCast is available as a full color PDF document at

 www.bu.edu/cpr/resources/ecast/archive/2012/CPR_eCast_Jan_2012.pdf

The Self-Directed Psychiatric Rehabilitation Activities online seminar is designed to facilitate personal exploration, either independently or with support, through the process of considering, choosing, getting, and keeping a preferred living, learning, working, or social role.

Activity outlines, examples, and worksheets are included within each online lecture to help individuals learn about the processes through the experience of direct application. The process in this seminar is designed to assist a person to explore and learn about how to develop readiness for rehabilitation; to choose a valued role in residential, educational, vocational, and social settings; and to review and develop skills and supports that may be needed for success and satisfaction within a chosen role. Successful participation in this online seminar earns 10 Professional Development Program (PDP) hours, which can be used for continuing education purposes. For more information, click here   http://www.bu.edu/cpr/training/distance/seminars/sdpradescription.html . For any questions, contact Sue McNamara by e-mail at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or by phone at (617) 358-2574.

In the paradigm of mental health treatment, the concept of recovery refers to a personal experience, process, or journey defined by the individual. While recovery is unique to each person, mental health services have a role in creating an environment that supports individual recovery efforts. To this end, the Framework for Recovery-Oriented Practice explicitly identifies the principles, skills, and practices that should underpin the work of mental and behavioral health professionals. The framework provides broad guidance to practitioners and service leaders, spanning different treatment settings. It was designed to complement existing professional standards and competency frameworks. The Framework was published by the Mental Health, Drugs and Regions Division of the Victorian Government Department of Health in Melbourne, Victoria.

Read about the Framework.

Eight Dimensions of Wellness that was created by the Institute for Wellness and Recovery Initiatives at the Collaborative Support Programs of NJ, Inc.

This is a booklet designed to assist people in thinking about each of the 8 dimensions of wellness. Individuals can answer questions about their strengths in the dimension, take a self-assessment of their strengths and needs in that dimension, and use available space to record areas to improve/enhance.

 Download: Eight Dimensions of Wellness Downloadable Booklet

Recovery: Changing the Conversation

Explores recovery support and strategies toward a national dialogue on the importance of behavioral health in public life. Discusses strategic initiatives, recovery principles, and challenges in public perceptions of mental health and substance abuse.