Definitions of “Recovery”

There are many definitions of “recovery.” Some may argue that there are as many definitions as there are individuals in recovery. This lesson explores different perspectives, allowing you to identify similarities and differences, which will give you a better understanding of your own path and the recovery pathways of others.

The next several topics will explore various definitions:

Personal Definition
National Definition
Abstinence-based Definition
Medication-Assisted Recovery Definition
Organizational Definition

	1. Definitions of “Recovery”
	1.1. Personal definition
	1.2. National Definition
	1.3. Abstinence-based Recovery
	1.4. Medication Assisted Recovery
	1.5. Organizational Definition
	2. Recovery Principles
	2.1. Hope
	2.2. Person-driven
	2.3. Many Pathways
	2.4. Holistic
	2.5. Peer Support
	2.6. Networks
	2.7. Culturally based
	2.8. Trauma Responsive
	2.9. Strengths-based
	2.10. Respect
	3. Recovery Capital
	3.1. Human Capital
	3.2. Physical Capital
	3.3. Cultural Capital
	3.4. Social Capital
	3.5. Recovery Capital Assessments
	4. Chronic Care Approach
	4.1. ROSC
	4.2. Recovery Management
	5. Recovery Support Services
	5.1. Peer-based Recovery Support Services
	5.2. Types of PRSS
	5.3. Service Models and Settings
	5.4. Recovery Community Organizations
	6. Quiz: Recovery Literacy

Definitions of “Recovery”

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