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What does the Good Lives Model emphasize in relation to individuals with disabilities?
What does the Good Lives Model emphasize in relation to individuals with disabilities?
In the Good Lives Model, which of the following is considered a primary good?
In the Good Lives Model, which of the following is considered a primary good?
Which aspect of the Good Lives Model pertains to the emotional experiences of individuals?
Which aspect of the Good Lives Model pertains to the emotional experiences of individuals?
What is a challenge often faced by individuals with disabilities in forming relationships?
What is a challenge often faced by individuals with disabilities in forming relationships?
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Which of the following factors is considered a static factor in forensic risk assessment?
Which of the following factors is considered a static factor in forensic risk assessment?
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What is the primary focus of the Good Lives Model (GLM)?
What is the primary focus of the Good Lives Model (GLM)?
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Which of the following is an example of a static risk factor in forensic risk assessment?
Which of the following is an example of a static risk factor in forensic risk assessment?
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Which of the following is NOT a dynamic risk factor identified in forensic assessments?
Which of the following is NOT a dynamic risk factor identified in forensic assessments?
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How do skill development programs assist support workers in their role?
How do skill development programs assist support workers in their role?
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What is the relationship between risk management and fulfilling psychological needs for individuals with disabilities?
What is the relationship between risk management and fulfilling psychological needs for individuals with disabilities?
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What role do support workers play in managing sexualized behavior in individuals with intellectual disabilities?
What role do support workers play in managing sexualized behavior in individuals with intellectual disabilities?
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What is one challenge faced when working with individuals with disabilities regarding their behavior?
What is one challenge faced when working with individuals with disabilities regarding their behavior?
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What does the Good Lives Model emphasize about human needs?
What does the Good Lives Model emphasize about human needs?
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In the context of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, what is the 'Old Me' component primarily concerned with?
In the context of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, what is the 'Old Me' component primarily concerned with?
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How is the 'New Me' component of CBT intended to function?
How is the 'New Me' component of CBT intended to function?
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What role does a psychologist typically play in forensic disability support?
What role does a psychologist typically play in forensic disability support?
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When conducting forensic risk assessments, what is a static risk factor?
When conducting forensic risk assessments, what is a static risk factor?
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What is one major challenge when working with people with cognitive impairments?
What is one major challenge when working with people with cognitive impairments?
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Which statement accurately describes operant conditioning?
Which statement accurately describes operant conditioning?
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Which professional role primarily coordinates support for individuals in forensic settings?
Which professional role primarily coordinates support for individuals in forensic settings?
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What type of thinking does Cognitive Behavioral Therapy primarily aim to address?
What type of thinking does Cognitive Behavioral Therapy primarily aim to address?
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What is a key objective of using the Good Lives Model in practice?
What is a key objective of using the Good Lives Model in practice?
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Study Notes
Support Workers and Learning
- Support workers can help people with intellectual disabilities learn appropriate social behavior.
- They can implement programs that focus on skill development, reinforcement schedules, and cognitive behavioral therapies.
Assessment of Risk
- A Forensic Risk Assessment determines the likelihood of recidivism.
- The assessment uses both static and dynamic factors.
- Static Factors: Characteristics that do not change (e.g., age at first offense, number of times the individual has been to prison)
- Dynamic Factors: Factors that can change (e.g., mental health, substance use, coping skills, employment).
How the Good Lives Model (GLM) Fits
- The GLM focuses on developing a person's skills to live a good life.
- Risk assessment helps identify factors that need to be managed to ensure safety while developing skills.
- Strategies to implement the GLM include:
- Increased support work hours
- Allied health services
- Purposeful activities (e.g., education and employment)
- Secure accommodation
Psychological Theories and the GLM
- Psychological theories play a crucial role in understanding and managing sexualized behavior.
- Important theories include:
- Social Theory: Focuses on what is socially acceptable and appropriate.
- Cognitive Distortions: Examines errors in thinking that contribute to problematic behavior.
- Offending Risk Theory: Identifies factors that increase the likelihood of reoffending.
- Developmental Theory: Examines the stage of development the individual is at.
- Operant Conditioning: Explores how to change behavior through reinforcement.
- Good Lives Model: Assumes individuals are driven by inherent needs and focuses on fulfilling those needs in healthy ways.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- CBT is a common treatment modality for offenders.
- CBT is adapted for individuals with cognitive impairment to be responsive to their needs.
- The “Old Me, New Me” treatment model uses CBT for forensic disability clients:
- Old Me: Represents negative thinking patterns that lead to offense.
- New Me: Focuses on replacing negative thoughts with more positive and healthy alternatives.
Components of the Old Me, New Me Model
- The model incorporates:
- Thoughts/Cognitions: What the person thinks about.
- Feelings: How the person feels emotionally and physiologically.
- Behaviour: How thoughts and feelings influence actions.
Roles Involved in Forensic Disability Work
- Various professionals collaborate to address sexualized behavior in individuals with intellectual disabilities:
- Support Workers: Provide outreach, accommodation support, and behavioral support.
- Behavior Support Practitioners: Guide behavior change.
- Coordinators: Facilitate communication and services.
- Psychologists: Assess cognitive functions and provide therapy.
- Corrections Officers: Manage and monitor individuals within the criminal justice system.
- Social Workers: Connect individuals to resources and services.
- Occupational Therapists: Help with daily living skills.
Good Lives Model: Primary Goods
- The GLM identifies primary goods that individuals strive to achieve:
- Healthy Living and Functioning: Maintaining physical and mental health.
- Skills in Work: Achieving a sense of mastery in their chosen work.
- Skills in Play: Engaging in hobbies and recreation that provide enjoyment.
- Skills in Agency: Experiencing autonomy and self-direction.
- Freedom from Emotional Turmoil and Stress: Managing emotions and reducing stress.
- Community Relationships: Building meaningful connections with others.
- Creativity: Expressing themselves through artistic or other creative outlets.
- Spirituality: Finding purpose in life and connection to something bigger than themselves.
- Pleasure: Experiencing joy and satisfaction in their life.
Good Lives Model: Secondary Goods
- Secondary goods are the ways in which individuals achieve the primary goods.
- To reach these goods, individuals may need to develop skills in:
- Knowledge: Acquiring information and understanding.
- Excellence in Work: Performing well in their work.
Good Lives Model: Problems Evident in a Person's Life
- The GLM identifies four types of problems that can prevent individuals from living a good life:
- Capacity: Lacking the skills or abilities to achieve something.
- Scope: Having limited opportunities or choices.
- Means: Not possessing the resources to achieve something.
- Coherence: Having a mismatch between the individual's values and their actions.
Friendship and Relationships in the GLM
- Individuals with disabilities have the same need for meaningful friendships and social connections as anyone else.
- It is essential to consider the GLM when working on building relationships for individuals with disabilities.
- Recognizing the importance of social connections and friendship can help individuals with disabilities develop and maintain these relationships.
Sexualized Behavior in Individuals with Disabilities
- Individuals with disabilities may use inappropriate sexualized behavior to meet their needs.
- Understanding the various psychological theories involved in sexualized behavior can help support workers understand and guide individuals towards more appropriate ways of meeting their needs.
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