Term information

Term: recovery

Term details for 'recovery'

Refers to personal rather than clinical recovery. A process by which people take control of their own lives to live a satisfying and meaningful life. Term introduced October 2014. For earlier material, and for recovery orientated services, also see 'recovery approach'.

Broader terms
personal circumstances
Related terms
mental health problems, recovery approach

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