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Nihan Durgu1, Seyda Dulgerler2
1aFaculty of Health Science, Department of Nursing, Mental Health and Psychiatry Nursing, Manisa Celal Bayar University, Yunusemre/Manisa, Turkey.
Abstract:
Recovery in mental illness refers to a process with many aspects, steps and meanings. This study aims to provide a deeper understanding of the lived experience of recovery of patients with bipolar disorder. A qualitative approach with 28 participants was performed. Data were collected through semi-structured interviews. The experiences of the individuals regarding the recovery processes were themed with the journey metaphor: the beginning of the journey, the route of the journey, a stop in the journey, the meaning of the journey. This study suggests ways clinicians must be aware of and adopted contemporary approach which recovery is defined as a process beyond treatment.
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