The content of Recovery College courses in England: a 71 college document analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Recovery Colleges (RCs) exist in 28 countries and across five continents. The concept of recovery and recovery-oriented care has become widespread internationally and embedded in policy documentation and mental health services. As a result, Recovery Colleges, which focus on adult learning and co-production, have now developed a global presence, but many psychiatrists are unfamiliar with this intervention. RCs can be categorized as 'Strengths Oriented', focusing on skills and knowledge development, or 'Community-oriented', emphasizing strengthening community and social connections. Research has not sufficiently investigated RC curriculum and how course provision differs depending on RC orientation. The study aimed to develop a typology of RC courses and assess differenc

SUBMITTER: Takhi SK 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12209312 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature