PsychologyMedicine
DOI: 10.1300/j004v17n03_02

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A first person account of recovering from schizophrenia is described as a transformative process as opposed to merely achieving stabilization or returning to baseline.

Abstract

Abstract This paper describes a first person account of recovering from schizophrenia. Recovery is described as a transformative process as opposed to merely achieving stabilization or returning to baseline. The self-directed nature of the recovery process is highlighted with suggestions as to how professionals can support recovery.

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DEEGAN, P. Recovery as a self-directed process of healing and transformation. Occupational Therapy in Mental Health, 2002, 17: 21–5.