Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a developmental disorder characterized by differences in social interaction and communication, as well as the presence of restricted and repetitive patterns of behavior, interest or activities. People who have ASD may experience a range of symptoms and characteristics.
You can use WRAP for support in any area of your life. This site contains many examples of sample WRAPs for different life situations, as do the stories contained in the different topic areas of the WRAP Can Help section. See the scroller below for a section of some of our most popular sample plans.
The Integrated Dual Disorder Treatment (IDDT) model is an evidence-based practice that improves quality of life for people with co-occurring severe mental illness and substance use disorders by combining substance abuse services with mental health services. It helps people address both disorders at the same time—in the same service organization by the same team of treatment providers.
Behaviors are considered challenging due to injury to self or others, when property damage occurs, or everyday life events are disrupted. Sometimes challenges are considered minor disruptions in a home, school, work, or community settings. In other cases, a challenging behavior may threaten a person’s placement at home, school, work, or in the community. Sometimes […]
Below you can find translated tools and materials in various languages. If you would like one of the following resources in a language other than those listed, please submit a request here with your name, email, and the desired resource and language. New Quality of Life Tools Quality of Life: A Tool for Caregivers (English version) Amharic […]
Module 4 – Long-Term Planning & Supports This module describes how to create a plan for long-term sustainability of the interventions selected and how to anticipate events that set the stage for challenging behavior including major life events that are a natural part of life.
Module 3 – Skill Building Practices This module provides summarizes important skills that can create a positive environment and improve quality of life.
Module 2 – Positive Approaches to Challenging Behavior This module provides an overview of how to assess and plan to implement positive strategies for supporting a person who engages in challenging behavior. Additional Assessment & Function-Based Interventions ICI PBS Intensive Class
