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Narrative research project stories

As part of the Narrative Research Project we interviewed 64 people across Scotland about their experience of recovery from long term mental health problems. From those interviews SRN worked with participants to create anonymous stories which we have then shared in the booklet Journeys of Recovery (10.39 MB) and via the website.

The stories are listed in alphabetical order and have short descriptions to help you search. Or you can use the search option below to find stories of interest to you.

To share your thoughts on recovery or your own story visit the ‘Share your story’ section of our website.




A Breath of Fresh Air PDF Print E-mail

community/socialising/inclusion | exercise | hospital | housing | housing support | medication | medication (-) | money | setting goals | social work | support from family | support from mental health professionals | support from non-mental health professionals

Published: September 2005

This story highlights how medication, being in hospital, housing support and social work services impacted this persons recovery.  

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A More Coherent View of Life PDF Print E-mail

anxiety | cognitive therapy | community/socialising/inclusion | coping strategies | depression | employment (+) | medication | money | professional | sense of self | support from friends | support from mental health professionals | talking therapies

Published: September 2005

This story explores how talking therapies (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Group Therapy), medication and counselling have aided in recovery.

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A Working Life PDF Print E-mail

bipolar disorder (manic depression) | coping strategies | employment (+) | exercise | female | hobbies | hospital | housing | impact of events from childhood/adolecence | medication | mood swings | music | sense of self | support from friends | supportive spouse/partner | volunteering

Published: February 2006

This story highlights how volunteering and engaging with the wider community can impact on recovery.

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Avoid the Magic Mushrooms PDF Print E-mail

abuse | alcohol | community/socialising/inclusion | coping strategies | depression | drug use | hobbies | hospital | impact of events from childhood/adolecence | medication | schizophrenia | self harm | voluntary mental health services

Published: September 2005

This story contains examples of how medication, hospital, and day centers, such as the National Schizophrenia Fellowship (NSF) have impacted on recovery.

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Back on the Blooming Road Again PDF Print E-mail

activism | coping strategies | gardening | hospital | physical illness | self knowledge/learning/growth | sense of self | setting goals | support from mental health professionals | taking control | volunteering

Published: February 2006

This story shows how volunteering and being involved in local organisations can benefit recovery.

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Back to Basics PDF Print E-mail

abuse | cognitive therapy | community/socialising/inclusion | creativity | depression | divorce | exercise | female | healthy eating | hobbies | hospital | housing | medication | pets | self help | self management | sense of self | sleep | support from mental health professionals | taking control | talking therapies

Published: December 2005

This story highlights how self-determination, self-knowledge, creativity and self-confidence have impacted on recovery.

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Story disclaimer
The stories presented here are for information only. They are meant to inspire hope and show that recovery can and does happen. The stories highlight various examples of recovery and we do not advocate any of these experiences as the ‘right’ way to recover. Recovery is an individual and unique process, each person must decide for himself or herself what will work for them. Please carefully consider any decisions you make about your own recovery and consult with someone you trust if you feel unsure.
See our Submit Your Thoughts pages for details on how to submit a story to us or you can contact us.