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Building a Road to Recovery

Building a Road to Recovery

Dimity Peter
Copyright: © 2023 |Pages: 22
ISBN13: 9781668450499|ISBN10: 1668450496|EISBN13: 9781668450505
DOI: 10.4018/978-1-6684-5049-9.ch002
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Peter, Dimity. "Building a Road to Recovery." Perspectives and Considerations on Navigating the Mental Healthcare System, edited by Susan Van Alstyne, IGI Global, 2023, pp. 29-50. https://doi.org/10.4018/978-1-6684-5049-9.ch002

APA

Peter, D. (2023). Building a Road to Recovery. In S. Van Alstyne (Ed.), Perspectives and Considerations on Navigating the Mental Healthcare System (pp. 29-50). IGI Global. https://doi.org/10.4018/978-1-6684-5049-9.ch002

Chicago

Peter, Dimity. "Building a Road to Recovery." In Perspectives and Considerations on Navigating the Mental Healthcare System, edited by Susan Van Alstyne, 29-50. Hershey, PA: IGI Global, 2023. https://doi.org/10.4018/978-1-6684-5049-9.ch002

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Abstract

Persons with a mental health diagnosis can lead full and productive lives. This chapter explores some of the factors that contribute to recovery, where a person with a mental health diagnosis undertakes a journey to find a meaningful life that is aligned with their values, skills, and interests. Hope, focusing on one's strengths, and personal empowerment by taking an active role in one's recovery journey are critical factors in the recovery process. The role of families and peer support are discussed. Finding purpose and meaning is also considered a significant factor in recovery. Research suggests that education and employment are important vehicles for achieving quality of life and good mental health. A range of supports and services available to facilitate recovery is provided.

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