Defining Recovery (Core Competencies: 1.1; 2.1; 2.7; 3.3)
Many definitions of recovery exist because recovery is a deeply personal process. Recovery is not only personal, but also impacted and informed by community and culture, as well as historical place and significance. To provide a general perspective, the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration or SAMHSA, a federal agency, defines recovery as “a process of change through which individuals improve their health and wellness, live a self-directed life, and strive to reach their full potential.” According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, there are ten domains of recovery: person-driven, many pathways, holistic, peer support, relational, culture, addresses trauma, strengths/responsibility, respect, and hope.
TEN DOMAINS OF RECOVERY from SAMHSA’s Definition of Recovery
Person- driven
Hope
Many pathways
Respect
Strengths/ Responsibility
Holistic
Peer support
Addresses trauma
Relational
Culture
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