Behaviour Support Plan for Bean Drummond
Personal and Medical Information
- Name: Bean Drummond
- Date of Birth: 08/01/1995
- Diagnoses:
- Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)
- Major Depressive Disorder (MDD)
- Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (Complex PTSD)
- General Anxiety Disorder (GAD)
- Suspected Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID)
1. Introduction
This Behaviour Support Plan (BSP) aims to outline strategies and interventions to address the behavioural concerns of Bean Drummond, who exhibits self-harming behaviours such as insulin mismanagement, cutting with sharps, and attempted suicide by overdose. The plan will focus on creating a supportive environment while promoting coping mechanisms and emotional regulation skills.
2. Objectives
- Promote Safety: Eliminate access to harmful objects and substances, and create a crisis intervention plan.
- Enhance Coping Skills: Teach Bean alternative coping strategies to manage emotional distress.
- Improve Emotional Regulation: Develop tools to help Bean identify and manage intense emotions.
- Facilitate Therapeutic Engagement: Encourage regular participation in therapy and support groups.
- Build Social Support: Strengthen relationships with trusted individuals to provide an emotional support network.
3. Strategies
3.1 Promoting Safety
- Environment Safety Assessment: Conduct a thorough assessment of Bean's living space to minimize risks. Remove items that can be used for self-harm and make necessary adjustments.
- Emergency Plan: Develop a clear crisis intervention plan that includes emergency contacts, coping strategies, and a safe space where Bean can go during a crisis.
- Regular Check-ins: Schedule frequent check-ins (at least daily) with trusted individuals, including therapists and family members, to monitor mood and well-being.
3.2 Enhancing Coping Skills
- Skills Training: Encourage participation in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to learn adaptive coping mechanisms, such as mindfulness, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness.
- Creative Outlets: Introduce engaging activities like art therapy, journaling, or music therapy to foster emotional expression.
- Self-Soothing Techniques: Teach Bean to use grounding techniques and self-soothing exercises to manage anxiety and overwhelming emotions.
3.3 Improving Emotional Regulation
- Emotion Recognition: Use tools like an emotional thermometer or mood tracking apps to help Bean recognize and classify their emotions throughout the day.
- Cognitive Restructuring: Work with a therapist to identify and challenge cognitive distortions that contribute to emotional dysregulation.
- Problem-Solving Skills: Implement structured problem-solving strategies to empower Bean to handle challenging situations or conflicts without resorting to self-harm.
4. Therapeutic Engagement
4.1 Therapy Involvement
- Regular Appointments: Maintain consistency in therapy attendance, ideally with a mental health professional experienced in BPD and trauma-related disorders.
- Goal Setting: Collaboratively establish short- and long-term therapeutic goals, regularly reviewing progress and adjusting as needed.
- Family Involvement: Encourage family participation in the therapeutic process to increase understanding and support among family members.
4.2 Support Groups
- Peer Support: Identify local or online support groups for individuals with BPD and complex PTSD, fostering community and shared experiences.
- Skill-Building Workshops: Promote attendance in workshops that focus on life skills, emotional regulation, and self-care strategies.
5. Evaluation and Review
5.1 Monitoring Progress
- Regular Assessments: Schedule bi-weekly assessments to evaluate the effectiveness of the BSP and Bean's overall mental health status.
- Adjust Goals: Be flexible in adjusting strategies or objectives based on Bean's evolving needs and responses to interventions.
5.2 Feedback Loop
- Constructive Feedback: Ensure Bean has opportunities to provide feedback on the BSP's effectiveness and to discuss any adjustments they feel are necessary.
- Family Input: Include family members’ perspectives in the evaluation process to gain additional insights into changes in behaviour or mood.
With these structured interventions and consistent support, the aim is to improve Bean’s overall well-being, fostering safer coping strategies and healthier emotional regulation. The plan will require ongoing assessment, adjustment, and perhaps a broader holistic approach to ensure comprehensive care.