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September 10, 2014
by Cathy England, MA

the importanceof self advocacyin mental health recovery

The Importance of Self-Advocacy in Mental Health Recovery

September 10, 2014 04:55 by Cathy England, MA  [About the Author]

the importanceof self advocacyin mental health recovery
Many times in the course of receiving mental health care, an individual may feel like things are not going well, or that they are not receiving the treatment that is most beneficial. However, those same individuals may feel like they are unable to question the mental health professionals who are treating them. Additionally, a person may not have the energy or desire to take steps to demand better care and will go along with whatever treatment that they are receiving. This is especially true in the beginning stages of diagnosis and recovery. [More]