2. Purpose of Treatment plans Communicate the purpose of a given treatment to all parties involved in the process; including patients, counselors, referral sources, 3 rd parties, and accrediting bodies Provides a measure for a patient’s progress in treatment.

3. Purpose of treatment plans cont. Defines and measures interventions in patient care. Assures that problems identified at assessment are not forgotten.

4. Unit 6 Project Begin with summary of target behaviors Treatment Goals (specific, measurable, and achievable) At least two goals. 30 points. Proposed Course of Treatment (relate to each treatment goal) This section is also 30 points.

5. Points to consider There is not a standard template for writing a treatment plan Target Behaviors: Include a problem statement/presenting problem Problems should be written as negative statements and so as to indicate action to be taken Problems must be individualized to each patient. What words does the patient use to describe their problem?

6. Problem Statement/Presenting Problem Problem statements should include evidence of the problem (i.e., the behaviors, the symptoms) How do we know this is a problem? Problem statements assists to individualize Problem statements may include patients own words to describe the problem.

7. Goals- Restate in positive terms Example: Problem- The patient does not have any social supports Goal- The patient will gain social supports Example: Problem- The patient wets the bed. Goal- The patient will be free from bed wetting

8. Long and short term goals Goal is also a behavioral outcome statement. If someone achieved a particular goal it could be measured. Long term goal is the best eventual resolution Short term goals are behavioral steps along the continuum the patient must take to meet the long term goal.

9. Other points to consider Identify the person’s need for another level of care. Ensure the continuity of care. Include the input and participation of:  The person served.  The family or legally authorized representative, when appropriate.  Appropriate personnel.  The referral source, as appropriate

10. Treatment plan is like a road map Treatment previously given to the patient is recorded on old treatment plans and supported by progress notes. In the case of new problems add them to the treatment plan. It is a changing document.

11. Including the client Educate the patient as to the expectations of the patient and clinician. Develop the treatment plan WITH the patient. Review with the patient his/ her progress in achieving the treatment plan goals. Negotiate any changes in the treatment plan with the patient. The patient should know what is on the plan.

12. Making PowerPoint Slides Avoiding the Pitfalls of Bad Slides

13. Tips to be Covered Outlines Slide Structure Fonts Color Background Spelling and Grammar

14. Outline Make your 1 st or 2 nd slide an outline of your presentation – Ex: previous slide Follow the order of your outline for the rest of the presentation Only place main points on the outline slide – Ex: Use the titles of each slide as main points

15. Slide Structure Write in point form, not complete sentences Avoid wordiness: use key words and phrases only

16. Slide Structure Mistakes This page contains too many words for a presentation slide. It is not written in point form, making it difficult both for your audience to read and for you to present each point. Although there are exactly the same number of points on this slide as the previous slide, it looks much more complicated.

17. Slide Structure – Good Show one point at a time: – Will help concentrate on what your points – Will help you keep your presentation focused

18. Slide Structure - Mistakes Do not use distracting animation Do not go overboard with the animation Be consistent with the animation that you use

19. Fonts - Good Use a at least an 18 pt font 12 pt font is too small. 18 pt looks like this and here is 28. Use different size fonts for main points and secondary points – this font is 24-point, the main point font is 28-point, and the title font is 36-point Use a standard font like Times New Roman or Arial

20. Fonts - Mistakes If you use a small font, your audience won’t be able to read what you have written CAPITALIZE ONLY WHEN NECESSARY. IT IS DIFFICULT TO READ Don’t use a complicated font

21. Using color (not necessary but you may choose to do so) Use a color of font that contrasts sharply with the background – Ex: blue font on white background Use color to reinforce the logic of your structure – Ex: light blue title and dark blue text Use color to emphasize a point – But only use this occasionally

22. Color - Mistakes Using a font color that does not contrast with the background color is hard to read Using color for decoration is distracting and Using a different color for each point is unnecessary – Using a different color for secondary points is also unnecessary Trying to be creative can backfire

23. Background - Good Use backgrounds such as this one that are attractive but simple Use backgrounds which are light Use the same background consistently throughout your presentation

24. Background – Mistakes Avoid backgrounds that are distracting or difficult to read from Always be consistent with the background that you use

25. Spelling and Grammar Proof your slides for: – speling mistakes – the use of of repeated words – grammatical errors you might have make

26. Conclusion Use a conclusion slide to: – Summarize the main points of your presentation – Suggest future avenues of research

27. APA Record Keeping Guideline 9 Electronic Records: Electronic records, like paper records, should be created and maintained in a way that is designed to protect their security, integrity, confidentiality, and appropriate access, as well as their compliance with applicable legal and ethical requirements.

28. Rationale for Guideline 9 The use of electronic methods and media compels psychologists to become aware of the unique aspects of electronic record keeping in their particular practice settings.

29. Rationale continued In many cases, psychologists who maintain electronic records will be subject to the HIPAA Security Rule, which requires a detailed analysis of the risks associated with electronic records.

30. Rationale cont. Psychologists struggle with questions such as whether to communicate with clients through e- mail and how to allow for the secure transmission, storage, and destruction of electronic records.

31. Application of guideline 9 Psychologists using online test administration and scoring systems may consider using a case identification number rather than the client’s Social Security number as the record identifier.

32. Application cont Psychologists using computers or other digital or electronic storage devices to maintain client treatment records may consider using passwords or encryption to protect confidential material

33. Application cont The psychologist strives to become aware of special issues associated with using electronic methods and media and seeks training and consultation when necessary

34. References www.aotod.org (American Association for Treatment of Opioid Dependence) www.aotod.org www.microsoft.com APA. (2007). Recording Keeping Guidelines. American Psychology, 62 (9), 993-1004. doi: 10.1037/0003-066X.62.9.99310.1037/0003-066X.62.9.993