Recovery Principles for Mental Health

Running Head: RECOVERY PRINCIPLES
RECOVERY PRINCIPLES IN MENTAL HEALTH
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RECOVERY PRINCIPLES1
The recovery principles or framework of mental health practice is applied in patients who
are suffering from mental health issues. It has its key factors that focuses on the welfare of
patients and their mental health status. The principles are relevant to the national standards and is
applied in mental health service system and it also includes community health service sectors
that are not affiliated with the government (Australian Government 2020). Recovery is the
process of regaining and going back to the same condition a person was before an unfortunate
event. Recovery Principles are an appropriate solution for people with mental health issues as it
focuses on their wellbeing from a personal aspect. This paper will explain about the key points
of recovery principle and how it is applied in mental health practice.
Recovery principles for mental health has key points that includes uniqueness of the
individual, real choices, attitudes and rights, dignity and respect, partnership and communication,
and evaluating recovery. The first point signifies that recovery is not always about getting cured
but a change in lifestyle that includes living a meaningful, satisfying and purposeful life, and
being respected as a valued member of the community. It also focuses on the recovery of a
person that is unique and customized for them and the outcome of the action depends on a
person’s perspective. It also allows the person to be center of care so that they feel empowered.
The second point about having real choices is about encouraging and supporting people who
make their own decisions as an individual, and the choices that are acknowledged should be
creative and meaningful. It allows a person to build their own strength and take responsibilities
for their choices and actions, which is an essential attribute (Evans, Nizette & O'Brien 2016).
This point also ensures that there is a balance between support for individuals and duty of care
that result to positive outcomes. The third point is about the attitudes and rights of an individual
that depends on their choice and making decisions that are for their betterment. Promoting and