Robert Ford Treatment Plan Essay

Robert Ford, the former Mayor of Toronto, Ontario has appeared to be indulging in inappropriate behaviour that has led to him losing the Mayoral election. In order to foster wellness while improving Mr. Ford’s quality of life, this article will focus on a treatment plan that uses the concepts based off of the psychosocial rehabilitation model where one is able to focus on the strengths and abilities while aiding in developing a support network that involves the individual the family and resources within the community (Sundeen, 2013) This will include what can be done from assessment through to evaluating and revising the workable care plan. Although other considerations have come into the situation, this article will focus on his confrontational outbursts and drug and alcohol abuse. The purpose of this essay is to use specific concepts of psychosocial rehabilitation [PSR], to explore the

assessment, planning and outcome phases of a community based treatment plan that will aid in Mr. Ford discovering a greater sense of self, while supporting a more desirable outcome.
Assessment
Starting on November 5th 2013, Rob Ford’s drug use became public knowledge when he announced that he had used crack while drinking at a party. Videos surfaced of the incident and from this point on it was media mayhem. Rob Ford starting making regular TV appearances where he is vocal in expressing his anger for there being a breech in his privacy. As more attention is gained, it seems as though Mr. Ford losses focus and begins to see his behaviour as rewarding welcomed attention. For this reason Mr. Ford’s behaviour escalates until he finds himself in a rehab facility, showing that he has little ability to cope with life’s stressors and appears to be unable to handle additional societal pressure. Psychosocial Rehabilitation (PSR), is an important aspect of formulating a plan which as potential to reintegrate clients back into community with baseline functioning. As such, it is pertinent that Mr. Ford gain the tools necessary to make more desirable, positive life-style choices, which will lead to a seize in drug use and misuse, abstinence of alcohol consumption, driving under the influence and using vulgar language during live taping that is deemed inappropriate by society standards. By using specific concepts of psychosocial rehabilitation [PSR], with hopes of a desirable change.
Planning
After completing a thorough assessment, which included psychological, physical, and sociological aspects, the first intervention that should be applied is one that works at relieving Mr.

Ford’s withdrawal symptoms, which can include (Some of this favorite activities). During this time the nurse will ensure that Mr. Ford is feeling wholly supported and able to achieve open communication with the health care team. Setting up a meeting to gain insight into Mr. Ford’s goals can enable the nurse to aid in setting short and long term goals. As setting goals is an important aspect of PSR, this will require setting SMART goals.
The use of a personal journal will be suggested, as journaling through-out the PSR process allows for greater insight into what may be triggering the aggressive verbal outbursts. Mr. Ford will be asked to journal, if possible, once a day, ensuring to document any emotional changes through-out the day, both positive and negative. Doing this can aid in identifying high stress situations that may lead to unnecessary anxiety and unproductive thought

patterns.
Mr. Ford will arrange to meet with a publicist, while using an open area to stage fake television appearances, which can help with Mr. Ford learning how to manage his anger or vulgar language in highly anxious situations. As an individual who will be faced with highly publicized events, this intervention is critical as Mr. Ford must gain some insight into why he is choosing to react this way, and what can be done to modify this outcome. By doing this, Mr. Ford will begin to be able to control his aggressive and anxious feelings, as without modification, could potentially lead him to turn back to drugs or alcohol for relief.
Evaluation
At the one month period the nurse will set up a meeting with the client to go through the set goals and aid in determining if the goals have made progress or if they need to be re-adjusted to ensure a positive outcome. When evaluating the effectiveness of this rehabilitation, one will have to assess changes in Mr. Ford’s behaviour, as well as how effective community resources have influenced a positive change. If there is apprehension or negative views, other resources must be sought that will appropriately meet the client’s needs in a fully holistic manner. During this time the nurse can review the personal journal given to the client, in order to reference change in behaviour and identify triggers. Once a trigger is identified through the personal journal the nurse will be able to make changes to the rehabilitation plan as needed.