Develop a relapse prevention plan based upon the “Jed Assessment Case Study” provided. The plan should be in a format that might be given to the client to use as a guide.

 

  • Client name and age
  • Client’s family situation
  • What is the client’s agreement to stop using drugs/alcohol? Be specific. For example: Does the client commit to attending AA meetings? If so, how many?
  • If the client relapses, what is the client’s plan to get help?
  • What high-risk situations could trigger a relapse for the client?
  • What high-risk behaviors or irrational thoughts could lead to relapse?
  • What coping skills may help the client remain sober?
  • What new activities could the client participate in to help replace old behaviors such as going out with his friends, for a drink, etc. after work? How many? How often?
  • How would Jed’s family be involved in his relapse prevention plan?
  • How would Jed’s family and ethnic culture impact his relapse prevention plan?
  • What resources are available in the community to help Jed prevent relapse? (use resources that are available in your community/area)
  • Develop a sobriety card that contains people and resources the client (Jed) could call if he felt he was were at risk to relapse. (e.g., sponsor,