Additional Mental Illness Facts And Information

 

There are a variety of different mental illnesses and some of the symptoms of the illnesses can co-occur with other conditions, so it can be very hard to find a correct diagnosis even if you’re working with a great treatment team.  (Our County-by-County Mental Illness Resource Guides can help you find a team that suits your needs.)

Recovery

As people become familiar with their mental health conditions, they recognize their own unique patterns of behavior. If individuals recognize these signs and seek effective and timely care, they can often prevent relapses. However, because mental health conditions have no cure, treatment must be continuous.

Individuals who live with a mental health condition also benefit tremendously from taking responsibility for their own recovery. Once the illness is adequately managed, one must monitor potential side effects.

The notion of recovery involves a variety of perspectives. Recovery is a holistic process that includes traditional elements of mental health and aspects that extend beyond medication. Recovery from serious mental health condition also includes attaining, and maintaining, physical health as another cornerstone of wellness.

The recovery journey is unique for each individual. There are several definitions of recovery; some grounded in medical and clinical values, some grounded in context of community and some in successful living. One of the most important principles is this: recovery is a process, not an event. The uniqueness and individual nature of recovery must be honored. While serious mental illness impacts individuals in many ways, the concept that all individuals can move towards wellness is paramount.

Basic Description of Mental Illness

Please check out NAMI Montana’s youtube channel for videos on mental illness and recovery