The journey of recovery

Recovery from severe mental illness looks different for everyone. It’s not about mental illness being “cured” or “eliminated.” Instead, the big-picture view of recovery is that your loved one is able to live a meaningful life on their own terms.

It’s helpful to think of recovery as a journey rather than a destination. Take comfort in knowing it’s a journey your family doesn’t have to take alone.

Take this lesson to learn about mental illness recovery statistics (which are probably better than you think). You’ll also hear stories about people who have taken the journey to recovery themselves.

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Recovery from severe mental illness looks different for everyone. It’s not about mental illness being “cured” or “eliminated.” Instead, the big-picture view of recovery is that your loved one is able to live a meaningful life on their own terms.

It’s helpful to think of recovery as a journey rather than a destination. Take comfort in knowing it’s a journey your family doesn’t have to take alone.

Take this lesson to learn about mental illness recovery statistics (which are probably better than you think). You’ll also hear stories about people who have taken the journey to recovery themselves.

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