According to Gill (2006), recovery can be understood as both an outcome and a process. Although, Anthony (1993) explains that recovery is a unique, personal journey of transformation which involves developing new meaning and “purpose in one’s life as one grows beyond the catastrophic effects of mental illness.” SAMHSA (2015) defines recovery as a “process of change through which individuals improve their health and wellbeing, live a self-directed life, and strive to reach their full potential.” However, Slade (2010) explains that personal recovery is more of a process that is determined by the individual and may not involve symptom reduction or as a result of receiving mental health services. In addition, Slade (2010) further explains that
