The Power of Peer Providers in Mental Health Services

Peer power is being used to provide services to people with serious psychiatric disorders, with coaches, navigators, mentors, and care coordinators providing support. Peers can learn interpersonal and instrumental skills and have special skills and insight into this supportiveness. This book is a deep review of both the conceptual and empirical elements of peer support services.

Format: Hardback
Length: 357 pages
Publication date: 01 July 2021
Publisher: Nova Science Publishers Inc

Peer power is on the rise, fueled by a wealth of insights gained over the past 50 years in the fields of hope, recovery, and self-determination. At the heart of these insights lies the crucial role of support, encompassing a diverse range of professionals who are actively engaged in the field. These individuals, including coaches, navigators, mentors, and care coordinators, play a pivotal role in addressing the goals and barriers that individuals with serious psychiatric disorders encounter as they navigate their path toward recovery.

One of the remarkable aspects of peer support is the ability of peers to acquire and refine interpersonal and instrumental skills that are essential in providing support. Peers, by virtue of their lived experience of mental illness and recovery, possess a unique perspective and understanding of the challenges and struggles faced by their peers. This firsthand knowledge allows them to tap into their empathy, compassion, and resilience to offer invaluable assistance and guidance.

In this book, we delve into both the conceptual and empirical aspects of peer support services. We explore the theoretical foundations that underpin peer support, including models of recovery, social capital, and the importance of community. We also examine the evidence-based practices and interventions that have been shown to enhance the well-being and recovery of individuals with mental illness.

Through a combination of personal stories, research findings, and practical insights, this book aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of peer support and its potential to transform the lives of individuals with mental illness. We showcase the successes and challenges of peer support programs, and highlight the importance of building a robust and inclusive peer support network.

Ultimately, this book serves as a call to action for policymakers, healthcare professionals, and individuals alike. By recognizing the power of peer support and investing in its development and implementation, we can create a more supportive and inclusive society that prioritizes mental health and well-being. Let us join hands in building a future where peer support is a cornerstone of mental health care and where individuals with mental illness can thrive and live fulfilling lives.
Peer power is on the rise, fueled by a wealth of insights gained over the past 50 years in the fields of hope, recovery, and self-determination. At the heart of these insights lies the crucial role of support, encompassing a diverse range of professionals who are actively engaged in the field. These individuals, including coaches, navigators, mentors, and care coordinators, play a pivotal role in addressing the goals and barriers that individuals with serious psychiatric disorders encounter as they navigate their path toward recovery.

One of the remarkable aspects of peer support is the ability of peers to acquire and refine interpersonal and instrumental skills that are essential in providing support. Peers, by virtue of their lived experience of mental illness and recovery, possess a unique perspective and understanding of the challenges and struggles faced by their peers. This firsthand knowledge allows them to tap into their empathy, compassion, and resilience to offer invaluable assistance and guidance.

In this book, we delve into both the conceptual and empirical aspects of peer support services. We explore the theoretical foundations that underpin peer support, including models of recovery, social capital, and the importance of community. We also examine the evidence-based practices and interventions that have been shown to enhance the well-being and recovery of individuals with mental illness.

Through a combination of personal stories, research findings, and practical insights, this book aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of peer support and its potential to transform the lives of individuals with mental illness. We showcase the successes and challenges of peer support programs, and highlight the importance of building a robust and inclusive peer support network.

Ultimately, this book serves as a call to action for policymakers, healthcare professionals, and individuals alike. By recognizing the power of peer support and investing in its development and implementation, we can create a more supportive and inclusive society that prioritizes mental health and well-being. Let us join hands in building a future where peer support is a cornerstone of mental health care and where individuals with mental illness can thrive and live fulfilling lives.

Weight: 622g
ISBN-13: 9781536195972