Mental health for family members
ALTHOUGH THE CONCEPT of recovery from mental illness is not a new development, the introduction of a second generation of neuroleptic medications has resulted in increased reporting of this phenomenon in the literature. The opportunity for recovery may become more of a reality for many. However, Metlzer, (1998) and Sheitman and Lieberman, (1998) reported that 20% of consumers with schizophrenia are estimated to be nonresponders even to the new generation of medications. Recovery not only implies alleviation of the influence of psychotic symptoms but reengaging in seeking a meaningful life. Recovery is often a complex, time consuming process. In 1993, Anthony, ...