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There is much talk of following the recovery model within Mental Health. However, psychiatrists have redefined the meaning of recovery to mean something entirely different. In General Medicine the word “recovery” means to heal to the extent that there is no longer a problem that needs ongoing medical attention. Whereas, in the Medicalised Mental Illness System, recovery “means different things to different people” and it can be defined as “leading a meaningful life, despite your illness.”
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. 14 January 2013
MINDFREEDOM IRELAND 2012 ANNUAL REPORT.
Two thousand and twelve was another busy year for MindFreedom Ireland (MFIrl). From our base in Cork we continued our work on a number of fronts, thanks to the efforts and dedication of our core group, all of whom voluntarily contribute with their time and support.
MEDIA. Two of our members featured on national television programmes. In April Colette Ni Dhuinneacha appe...
. 30 December 2012
MINDFREEDOM IRELAND 2009 ANNUAL REPORT.
As 2009 draws to a close, MFIrl can look back on its performance during the year and report significant progress on a number of fronts.
LOBBYING. MfIrl maintained its established links with Amnesty Ireland and supported its ongoing campaign against humann rights abuses. MFIrl also lent its support to the successful effort to stop the forced shocking of Ray Sandford as well ...
. 12 December 2012
