1. p_1 Recovering Mental Health in Scotland Developing recovery approaches in Scotland Simon Bradstreet, Network Director

2. p_2 Recovering Mental Health in Scotland Today’s presentation Scottish context Scottish Recovery Network Major projects What is recovery? What has helped

3. p_3 Recovering Mental Health in Scotland The Scottish context Five million people Devolved Government Health and social policy 14 Health Boards and 32 Local Authorities Health ineqaulities Urban/rural mix

4. p_4 Recovering Mental Health in Scotland The Scottish context Five million people Devolved Government Health and social policy 14 Health Boards 32 Local Authorities Urban/rural mix

5. p_5 Recovering Mental Health in Scotland

6. p_6 Recovering Mental Health in Scotland Today’s presentation Scottish Recovery Network 2011

7. p_7 Recovering Mental Health in Scotland Scottish Recovery Network Network of people and organisations Eight staff Supported by Strategy Group Funded mainly by Scottish Government Hosted by Penumbra ‘It has been described as a “catalyst” and “pump primer”, a “bridge-builder”, “facilitator” and “collaborator”.’ Evaluation of the Scottish Recovery Network, Scottish Government, 2010

8. p_8 Recovering Mental Health in Scotland Working since 2004 to: Raise awareness of recovery Develop understanding of recovery Build capacity and encourage action Our aims

9. p_9 Recovering Mental Health in Scotland Ultimate aim To contribute to an increase in the number of people who experience mental health problems in Scotland recovering.

10. p_10 Recovering Mental Health in Scotland Main areas of work Research and learning Communications and network support Building capacity for recovery Policy and practice development

11. p_11 Recovering Mental Health in Scotland Narrative research project Learning materials Local recovery networks Peer Support working Significant projects

12. p_12 Recovering Mental Health in Scotland Scottish Recovery Indicator (SRI) Wellness Recovery Action Planning (WRAP) Significant projects

13. p_13 Recovering Mental Health in Scotland Returning to narrative research Carers and recovery Self stigma research Launching SRI 2 New projects

14. p_14 Recovering Mental Health in Scotland Government grants to SRN

15. p_15 Recovering Mental Health in Scotland What is recovery? A reality Unique experience with common themes Hope, belief and identity Empowerment and control Meaning, purpose and opportunity Relationships

16. p_16 Recovering Mental Health in Scotland What is recovery? A process rather than an event Powerful Built on growth and learning ‘I have become much stronger and more resilient since the start of my illness, and I’m no longer prepared to just bowl along. I make every day count.’ Personal narrative: www.scottishrecovery.net

17. p_17 Recovering Mental Health in Scotland What is recovery? “Recovery is being able to live a meaningful and satisfying life, as defined by each person, in the presence or absence of symptoms. It is about having control over and input into your own life. Each individual’s recovery… is a unique and deeply personal process.” Journey’s of Recovery, Scottish Recovery Network, 2006

18. p_18 Recovering Mental Health in Scotland What it’s not A fad, buzz word or new phenomenon A service model All about mental health services ‘I know everyone talks about hope, as if it’s the jargon and the latest fad. The thing is, it’s not jargon. It’s the light in the darkness which kept me going; the wish and yearning for change.’ Personal narrative: www.scottishrecovery.net

19. p_19 Recovering Mental Health in Scotland What it’s not Something you can do to people Necessarily easy or quick ‘Recovery is a personal journey and is different for everyone, and the way is not always easy... My journey to recovery took several years and much time was spent finding out what helped and what didn’t.’ Personal narrative: www.scottishrecovery.net

20. p_20 Recovering Mental Health in Scotland Implications of recovery People in recovery are the evidence Different knowledge, skills and values Shared roles - walking alongside A shift in power ‘I feel that it’s vital that professionals are open to letting people take control, but I know that it’s hard to get it right. Ultimately, it’s about treating people as individuals.’ Personal narrative: www.scottishrecovery.net

21. p_21 Recovering Mental Health in Scotland Recovery in Scotland today Starting to walk the talk Long way to go Mixed professional engagement Positive SRN evaluation Many unaware of concept Low public awareness

22. p_22 Recovering Mental Health in Scotland Public attitudes ‘The majority of people with mental health problems recover.’

23. p_23 Recovering Mental Health in Scotland Public attitudes YearProfessionalsNon professionals 20066676 20087379 Received a positive message of recovery (subset)

24. p_24 Recovering Mental Health in Scotland What has helped Network approach Government support Local support and commitment Building on international experience Top down and bottom up The recovery message

25. p_25 Recovering Mental Health in Scotland Launch event | 31 October 2011 | Edinburgh Live streaming from 2pm www.scottishrecovery.net

26. p_26 Recovering Mental Health in Scotland Join SRN mail list 100 recovery stories Research findings News and features Audio and film Learning materials Find out more Web: www.scottishrecovery.net Email: simon@scottishrecovery.net Twitter: @SimonSRN