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Psychosis Recovery: Work Support Transforms Life
7 Jul
Summary
- Individual Placement Support team assists in finding employment.
- Work is considered a crucial part of mental health recovery.
- Gaining employment significantly boosted her confidence and well-being.
A woman who was sectioned due to psychosis has found that dedicated support for returning to full-time work has been life-changing.
Four years ago, approaching her final university exams, she experienced delusions and paranoia, requiring treatment in a mental health hospital. The Individual Placement Support (IPS) team in Gloucestershire provided crucial assistance.
This team, which supported over 400 individuals last year, helped her secure a new role as a project officer at the University of Exeter. She reports being happier than ever, emphasizing that the support helped rebuild her confidence and integrate work into her recovery journey.
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