Relation between Resilience and Mental Health Recovery among Psychiatric Patients

Abstract

Background: In the field of mental health, resilience and recovery have long been considered relevant variables; high level of resilience may prevent the development of an illness and help to promote recovery. Aim: the current study aimed to assess the relation between resilience and mental health recovery among psychiatric patients. Research design: A descriptive correlational research design was utilized. Sample: This study was conducted on 128 patients at New Minia Hospital for Mental Health and Addiction Treatment. Tools: Three data collection tools were applied; Structured Interview Questionnaire, Connor-Davidson Resilience scale and Mental Health Recovery Measure. Results: the presented study revealed that, less than two thirds (65.6%) of the patients had a low resilience level and less than three quarters (74.3%) of them had a low recovery level. Conclusion: There was a positive correlation between patients' resilience and mental health recovery. Recommendations: Psycho-educational training programs for patients to improve resilience and mental health recovery are highly recommended.