Rhode Island Practice Exam/Peer Recovery Coach Exam

Recovery A process of change through which individuals improve their health and wellness, live a self-directed life, and strive to reach their full potential. SAMSHA Substance Abuse and Mental Health Service Administration Personal Recovery What people experience themselves as they become empowered to manage their mental illness and or substance use disorder in a manner that allows them to achieve a meaningful life and a positive sense of belonging in their community. 4 Dimensions of Recovery Health, Home, Purpose, and Community Health Dimension Managing ones disease(s) as well as living in a physically and emotionally healthy way. Home Dimension A stable and safe place to live. Purpose Dimension Meaningful daily activities such as a job, school, volunteerism, family caretaking, or creative endeavors, and the independence, income, and resources to participate in society. Community Dimension Relationships and social networks that provide support, friendship, love, and hope. Peer Recovery Support An individual or family member who has lived experience with a mental illness and or addiction to alcohol and/or other drugs, and has also completed formal training who provides one to one strength-based support to peers in recovery. Four Goals of Recovery Support Encourage hope, optimism, and healthy living, remove barriers, promote recovery, and connect people with recovery support services. Four Domains of Peer Support Advocacy, ethical responsibility, mentoring and education, and recovery/wellness support. 4 types of support offered by Peer Recovery Supports Emotional Support, Informational Support, Instrumental Support, and Affiliational Support. Emotional Support Demonstrate empathy and caring, foster self-confidence.