Your feedback is needed BY FRIDAY, August 26th, 2011!
SAMHSA is currently revamping the working definition of "Recovery," as well as it's guiding principles. The current definition/principles focus on adults with diagnoses and include statements about children. At TVC, we believe the idea of recovery for children/youth is too narrow, but needs a focus on building resiliency. Children do not "recover"... they RALLY! And thrive. And bounce back. And succeed!
What do you think? Before sending suggestions to SAMHSA, please take a moment to do the following:
- You can read the journal issue on the Pathways 2 Positive Futures website.
- At a minimum, read Barbara Friesen's important article - The Concept of Recovery: "Value Added" for the Children's Mental Health Field?
- Additionally, take a look at the National Federation's guidance for providing feedback on the Recovery Support Initiative.
Finally, please read what SAMHSA has to say about Recovery and let them know what you think by clicking here.