Robert J. Fletcher Livres

Trainee Workbook for Mental Health Approaches to Intellectual/Developmental Disability is the companion tool to be used alongside Mental Health Approaches to Intellectual/Developmental Disability: A Resource for Trainers. Together, the books empower support professionals, social workers, clinicians, counselors and other professionals to provide high-quality, person-centered care to individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities (IDD) and mental health concerns. This updated, expanded Second Edition breaks down complex issues including assessment practices, positive support strategies, crisis prevention, adaptive therapy, trauma-informed support, justice system considerations, collaboration across systems and more. The workbook includes all the slides used in the training, as well as pre- and post-tests and supplemental material so professionals can deepen their knowledge and expand their expertise.

Mental Health Approaches to Intellectual/Developmental Disability: A Resource for Trainers is a landmark contribution to the field of support for persons with Intellectual or Developmental Disabilities (IDD) and Mental Health concerns. This book can be used by a myriad of different professionals and care providers for a variety of different purposes. It may be used: (a) to train others for professional development (train-the-trainer model), (b) as a resource guide for individual study, or (c) as a reference guide. Proper support of mental wellness among persons with IDD requires a significant body of information and knowledge, and the authors of this book are happy to offer it as a means for educating professionals and care providers. The overall mission of this book is to provide an overview of mental health assessment, treatment, and supports for persons with IDD over the lifespan. The book is arranged in modules, allowing reader or trainer to select those topics that are of interest. This book is designed to be used with a wide range of audiences--from direct support workers to professionals from various disciplines.