Psychosocial rehabilitation (PSR) is described as a set of approaches that aim to assist an individual in achieving restoration from a state of dependency caused by schizophrenia to a state of being an independent decision-maker. It encompasses promoting quality of life. Psychosocial rehabilitation treatments are multidisciplinary.
A Multidisciplinary, Whole-Person Approach
The time following the diagnosis of a mental health condition is a period of major transition. Patients may lose some functionality, but new approaches can allow them to manage their condition better. In light of this, psychosocial rehabilitation at the Prince Jim Shepherd Nadiope Foundation takes a whole-person approach. We recognize the need for joint mental health professionals and physicians to make contributions to this treatment process.
Goals of Psychosocial Rehabilitation
The core goals of a psychosocial rehabilitation program include helping the patient feel:
- Empowered: Each individual should feel that they can set their own goals and that they have the power and autonomy to pursue those aims.
- Hopeful: People with mental health conditions often feel demoralized. Psychosocial rehabilitation focuses on helping them feel hopeful about the future.
- Skilled: This form of rehabilitation aims to teach people skills to help them manage their condition and live the life they want to live. This includes life skills, work skills, social skills, and others.
- Supported: Our Mental health professionals will offer support and help individuals build relationships and social connections in their community.
Who Can Benefit From Psychosocial Rehabilitation?
Many people can benefit from psychosocial rehabilitation, but not all people with mental illness require it. For some, medication, therapy, or a combination of the two may be sufficient to restore functioning. Rehabilitation can be useful when people need additional recovery assistance to help them restore functioning. Those who might benefit from psychosocial rehabilitation include:
- People who need help restoring their full functioning after treatment
- Those who are disabled and need on-going assistance in multiple life domains
- Individuals who, while functional, feel a need for support and assistance
- People who lack the supportive environment and resources they need to achieve full-functioning
- People with chronic and severe psychiatric conditions can benefit from psychosocial rehabilitation services. It can help them learn basic skills that allow them to function and cope with their condition. People with intellectual and cognitive disabilities can also benefit from gaining life, social, and self-care skills.