Thankful in Adversity

Mental health recovery has been conceptualized as a process through which individuals with severe mental illness improve their health and wellness, live a self-directed life, and work toward meaningful personal goals. While this is clearly an improvement over the traditional medical model of treatment of schizophrenia and related disorders, the spiritual dimension of mental health recovery still warrants closer investigation. The idea that adversity may offer spiritual insight and opportunities for personal growth—a common theme in the teachings of the Bahá’í Faith—is particularly worthy of consideration. This paper reflects on how both the Bahá’í Writings and the literature on benefit finding can enhance the understanding and applications of mental health recovery principles.

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Two narratives: recovery journeys in mental health

Mental Health and Social Inclusion ◽

10.1108/mhsi-03-2020-0011 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 24 (2) ◽

pp. 105-110

Author(s):

Andrew Voyce

Keyword(s):

Mental Health ◽

Design Methodology ◽

Medical Model ◽

Therapeutic Interventions ◽

Mental Health Recovery ◽

Health Issues ◽

Content Type ◽

Recovery Models ◽

Practical Implications ◽

Model Approach

Purpose The purpose of this study is to compare lived recovery journeys in mental health with recovery models. Design/methodology/approach Unstructured interviews with prompts were conducted with two individuals. Findings Some recovery models correspond in part with the live experience of subjects. These narratives have personal emphasis that is incongruent with the highlighted models. In particular, the subjects have a place for therapeutic interventions, i.e. talking therapies and medication. Research limitations/implications The live experience of the two people with mental health issues crosses boundaries of recovery models. Relevant models include those used in peer support; however, they too do not fit exactly with the detailed journeys. Practical implications A varied approach without preconceptions is appropriate to understand the components of these two recovery journeys. Social implications The medical model approach to mental health is not discounted rather it is integral to these two recovery journeys. Originality/value This is qualitative research using stated models of mental health recovery. In addition to the principles of hope, meaning, connectedness, identity and empowerment, the two subjects include the essential part for medication and talking therapies in their recovery.

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Outcomes and incomes: implementing a mental health recovery measure in a medical model world

PsycEXTRA Dataset ◽

10.1037/e500392011-006 ◽

2009 ◽

Author(s):

Janet Hoy ◽

Jerry Floersch

Keyword(s):

Mental Health ◽

Medical Model ◽

Mental Health Recovery ◽

Model World

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The Meaning and Predictive Value of Self-rated Mental Health among Persons with a Mental Health Problem

Journal of Health and Social Behavior ◽

10.1177/0022146518755485 ◽

2018 ◽

Vol 59 (2) ◽

pp. 200-214 ◽

Cited By ~ 13

Author(s):

Donna D. McAlpine ◽

Ellen McCreedy ◽

Sirry Alang

Keyword(s):

Mental Health ◽

Mental Health Problem ◽

Health Problem ◽

Predictive Value ◽

Medical Expenditure Panel Survey ◽

Medical Model ◽

Medical Expenditure ◽

Treatment Interventions ◽

Using Data ◽

Traditional Medical Model

Self-rated health is a valid measure of health that predicts quality of life, morbidity, and mortality. Its predictive value reflects a conceptualization of health that goes beyond a traditional medical model. However, less is known about self-rated mental health (SRMH). Using data from the Medical Expenditure Panel Survey ( N = 2,547), we examine how rating your mental health as good—despite meeting criteria for a mental health problem—predicts outcomes. We found that 62% of people with a mental health problem rated their mental health positively. Persons who rated their mental health as good (compared to poor) had 30% lower odds of having a mental health problem at follow-up. Even without treatment, persons with a mental health problem did better if they perceived their mental health positively. SRMH might comprise information beyond the experience of symptoms. Understanding the unobserved information individuals incorporate into SRMH will help us improve screening and treatment interventions.

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Mind your language!

Mental Health and Social Inclusion ◽

10.1108/mhsi-09-2016-0026 ◽

2017 ◽

Vol 21 (1) ◽

pp. 47-52 ◽

Cited By ~ 2

Author(s):

Sharon Ann Gilfoyle

Keyword(s):

Mental Health ◽

Mental Health Services ◽

Health Services ◽

Design Methodology ◽

Medical Model ◽

Content Type ◽

Traditional Medical Model ◽

Practical Implications ◽

Discussion Topic

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to explore what is meant by the term recovery language and the use of mental health language in today’s society. Design/methodology/approach This paper is an exploration of the use of recovery language and the application in modern day mental health services. Findings The language that is used to describe mental health is often based on a traditional medical model primarily focussing on diagnosis, symptoms and problems. This is a stark difference to the modern day use of recovery orientated language. Practical implications This paper can be used as a discussion topic in teams to explore themes around recovery language. Originality/value This paper explores issues of language in mental health that are central to recovery and the development of recovery-focussed services.

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Project eARTh: participatory arts and mental health recovery, a qualitative study

Perspectives in Public Health ◽

10.1177/1757913918817575 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 139 (6) ◽

pp. 296-302

Author(s):

Ada Hui ◽

Theodore Stickley ◽

Michelle Stubley ◽

Francesca Baker

Keyword(s):

Mental Health ◽

Thematic Analysis ◽

Personal Growth ◽

Mental Health Recovery ◽

Group Activities ◽

The United Kingdom ◽

Analysis Process ◽

Mental Health Benefits ◽

Meaningful Relationships ◽

Participatory Arts

Aims: To identify the potential mental health benefits of a rural-based participatory arts programme in the United Kingdom. Methods: Fourteen narrative interviews were conducted among participants of the Project eARTh programme. The data were subjected to a thematic analysis process. Results: Three overarching themes were identified: identity and self-expression; connectedness through occupation; wellbeing and personal growth. The importance of meaningful relationships was highlighted as preventing social isolation, particularly in rural locations. Engagement in artistic group activities enable participants to connect with their communities. Conclusions: Artistic activities help people to develop friendships and to engage with local communities in rural locations. Connectedness to people and places were valued by participants as part of their personal growth. The groups empower people to experience increased confidence and identities beyond illness narratives. Artistic group activities can benefit the mental health of participants in rural locations.

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Servicing the Senior Swallow: A Family-Centered Private Practice Model of Service Delivery

Perspectives of the ASHA Special Interest Groups ◽

10.1044/2020_persp-20-00134 ◽

2020 ◽

pp. 1-4 ◽

Cited By ~ 1

Author(s):

Yvette M. McCoy

Keyword(s):

Older Adults ◽

Medical Model ◽

Recovery Process ◽

Swallowing Disorders ◽

Current Evidence ◽

Care Needs ◽

Skilled Nursing ◽

Person Centered Care ◽

Centered Care ◽

Traditional Medical Model

Purpose Person-centered care shifts the focus of treatment away from the traditional medical model and moves toward personal choice and autonomy for people receiving health services. Older adults remain a priority for person-centered care because they are more likely to have complex care needs than younger individuals. Even more specifically, the assessment and treatment of swallowing disorders are often thought of in terms of setting-specific (i.e., acute care, skilled nursing, home health, etc.), but the management of dysphagia in older adults should be considered as a continuum of care from the intensive care unit to the outpatient multidisciplinary clinic. In order to establish a framework for the management of swallowing in older adults, clinicians must work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team using current evidence to guide clinical practice. Private practitioners must think critically not only about the interplay between the components of the evidence-based practice treatment triad but also about the broader impact of dysphagia on caregivers and families. The physical health and quality of life of both the caregiver and the person receiving care are interdependent. Conclusion Effective treatment includes consideration of not only the patient but also others, as caregivers play an important role in the recovery process of the patient with swallowing disorders.

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