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Recovery in mental health and substance misuse services: a commentary on recent policy development in the United Kingdom
- Authors:
- ROBERTS Marcus, BELL Andy
- Journal article citation:
- Advances in Dual Diagnosis, 6(2), 2013, pp.76-83.
- Publisher:
- Emerald
This article examines the extent to which the two visions of recovery - recovery in mental health and substance misuse services - now being developed in the UK are consistent with each other and question what impact the development of parallel approaches will have on people at the intersections between them. The paper looks first at the origins and current implementation of the two approaches and then examines the commonalities and differences in the context of what they might mean for people using both sets of services simultaneously. The article finds the ideas behind Recovery in mental health and substance misuse services have some differences but significant common ground in focusing on improving quality of life. It points to the need to understand recovery in both services from the perspectives of those who have a dual diagnosis and need support from each service. The paper could be used to develop new approaches to supporting people with a dual diagnosis with a consistent Recovery focus. (Edited publisher abstract)
Should we be recovering from ‘dual diagnosis’? Some thoughts on language, expertise and empowerment
- Author:
- ROBERTS Marcus
- Journal article citation:
- Advances in Dual Diagnosis, 3(1), February 2010, pp.8-14.
- Publisher:
- Emerald
People often talk about dual diagnosis with qualification or reservation. This brief article challenges the reader to reflect on the terms ‘dual diagnosis’ and ‘recovery’ and to consider how the language and concepts that inform practice and policy shape the way we think about our work and relate to service users. Short sections are presented, including: dual diagnosis as the language of professionals; recovery – liberating service users from diagnosis; recovery and substance misuse – why recovery won’t spell abstinence; and dual diagnosis from a recovery perspective. The author concludes by asking how far is the language and approach accessible for, and inclusive of, service users, as well as their families.
Fulfilling lives: a guide to the new policy environment for multiple needs
- Author:
- ROBERTS Marcus
- Publishers:
- Making Every Adult Matter, Revolving Doors Agency
- Publication year:
- 2013
- Pagination:
- 37
- Place of publication:
- London
This document provides a comprehensive overview of recent policy changes for multiple needs across health, mental health, homelessness, substance misuse and criminal justice. Sections include: an overview of relevant policy themes and initiatives; mapping of the new local (and regional) policy environment, including policy structures and bodies; consideration of the financial context and new approaches to purchasing and commissioning of services; and an overview of independent initiatives on multiple needs and sector specific information and resources. (Edited publisher abstract)