The Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP®) is a structured system for monitoring uncomfortable and distressing signs, feelings and behaviours.
Through a planned response, WRAP® aims to reduce, modify or eliminate (get rid of) those signs, feelings and behaviours.
WRAP® also includes plans for responses from others when your symptoms make it impossible for you to continue to make decisions, take care of yourself and keep yourself safe.
This system was developed by people who have been dealing with mental health difficulties, including addictive disorders, for many years and who are working hard to feel better and get on with their lives. However, it can be used to address other illnesses like diabetes or heart disease, and life issues like weight loss and maintaining wellness.
Developing a WRAP® is not a process that can be completed and forgotten. It is a day-by-day guide to living and will need to be changed over time as you change. Developing this plan with the support of another person or with a group can enhance the experience and provide increased self awareness and understanding.
The Recovery Programme here in St Patrick's Mental Health Services incorporates WRAP® to enable service users to keep track of their mental health and to address various factors that may affect their recovery.
You can learn more about the programme below.
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Download the Recovery (WRAP®) Programme brochure
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Managing your Mental Health in Difficult Times