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WRAP

Also written as: WRAP — Wellness Recovery Action Plan

Wellness Recovery Action Plan - a self-management tool that helps individuals identify personal wellness resources and develop action plans for maintaining mental health.

Full Definition

The Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP) is a evidence-based, structured self-management and recovery system developed by Mary Ellen Copeland. It helps individuals with mental health conditions identify their personal wellness tools, recognize early warning signs of relapse, and create detailed action plans for various stages of wellness and crisis. WRAP emphasizes personal responsibility, self-advocacy, and the development of a strong support network. The program has been widely adopted in psychiatric rehabilitation settings and has shown effectiveness in improving self-efficacy and reducing hospitalizations.

Usage

Usage note: Capitalize as it's a trademarked program name.

In Context

  • "The patient completed her WRAP during the partial hospitalization program to enhance self-management skills." — Treatment documentation
  • "WRAP groups are offered twice weekly as part of our psychosocial rehabilitation services." — Program description

Also known as

Wellness Recovery Action Plan

Don't confuse with

treatment plan crisis plan safety plan

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