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Guide to Developing A WRAP
Wellness Recovery Action Plan

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Section 4-Things are Breaking Down or Getting Worse

In spite of our best efforts, our psychiatric symptoms may progress to the point where they are very uncomfortable, serious and even dangerous, but we are still able to take some action on our own behalf. This is a very important time. It is necessary to take immediate action to prevent a crisis.

On the next tab write, "When Things are Breaking Down". Then make a list of the symptoms which, for you, mean that things have worsened and are close to the crisis stage.

On the next page, write an action plan to use "When Things are Breaking Down" using the Wellness Toolbox at the end of this handout as a guide.

Section 5 - Crisis Planning

In spite of our best planning and assertive action, we may find ourselves in a crisis situation where others will need to take over responsibility for our care. We may feel like we are totally out of control.

Writing a crisis plan when you are well to instruct others about how to care for you when you are not well, keeps you in control even when it seems like things are out of control. Others will know what to do, saving everyone time and frustration, while insuring that your needs will be met. Develop this plan slowly when you are feeling well. The crisis planning form includes space to write:

• those symptoms that would indicate to others they need to take action in your behalf
• who you would want to take this action
• medications you are currently taking, those that might help in a crisis, and those that should be avoided
• treatments that you prefer and those that should be avoided
• a workable plan for at home care
• acceptable and unacceptable treatment facilities
• actions that others can take that would be helpful
• actions that should be avoided
• instructions on when the plan no longer needs to be used

Developing a wellness toolbox and Developing a Post-Crisis Plan

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