Cognitive Adaptation Training (CAT) for Administrators

CAT is an evidence-based psychosocial intervention designed to bypass cognitive and motivational impairments associated with serious mental illness in an effort to improve functional outcomes. CAT interventions include environmental supports such as signs, checklists, alarms, pill containers, and the organization of belongings to cue and sequence adaptive behaviors in the individual’s home. The interventions are individualized based upon a standardized assessment of each person’s needs and challenges. CAT has been shown to decrease rates of relapse and to improve multiple functional outcomes.

This 3-part module will provide you with the basics of Cognitive Adaptation Training (CAT). As an administrator, you may or may not be familiar with CAT, or even have much experience working with individuals who have mental health conditions. This eLearning course will introduce you to how CAT helps individuals reach their recovery goals and live independently. It will take approximately 15-20 minutes to complete.

Watch a brief video to learn what CAT practitioners and recipient’s say about this treatment.