Chapter 10: Flashcards
The recovery model
There is never a cure for mental illness. There is recovery.
Intro
Most people take many relapses to recover
Research indicates that striving for and achieving recovery is realistic for most individuals
Used for both addictions and mental illness
What is recovery?
It is a process of change through which individuals improve their health and wellness, live a self-directed life, and strive to reach their full potential.
Recovery is supported four major dimensions
- Health
- Home
- Purpose
- Community
The basic concept of a recovery model is
The empowerment of the consumer
We want our clients to live their best life
They need to know their choices
Th recovery model does not focus on full symptom resolution but emphasizes?
Resilience and control over problems and life.
What is resilience?
The ability to cope with challenges and adapt to these challenges or change. It develops over time and gives an individual the ability to cope with life’s challenges and also to be better prepared for future stressful situations.
Guiding principles of recovery
Emerges from hope
Is person-driven
Occurs via many pathways
Is holistic
Is supported by peers and allies
Is supported by addressing trauma
Trauma informed care
- Realizes he widespread impact of trauma and understands potential paths for recovery
- Recognizes he s/s of trauma in clients, families, staff, and others involved with the system
- Responds by fully integrating knowledge about trauma in policies, procedures, and practices.
- Seeks to actively resist re-traumatization
Change the language
A person experiencing
Unsafe item instead of contraband
Recovery
Is possible and is individualized