Psychosocial rehabilitation is a central feature of a recovery-oriented service

system. The most accepted definition is that developed by Cnaan et al

(1998)
who defines psychosocial rehabilitation as the process of facilitating an
individuals restoration to an optimal level of independent functioning in the
communitypsychosocial rehabilitation encourages people to participate
actively with others in the attainment of mental health and social
competence
goals (Cnaan et al, 1998, SANE paper)
definisi
rehabilitasi psikososial atau sering disebut juga rehabilitasi psikiatri menurut
Cnaan et al (1998) merupakan proses yang memfasilitasi individu untuk
mengembalikan fungsi kemandiriannya pada komunitas hingga mencapai
level optimal. Rehabilitasi psikososial mendorong orang untuk berpartisipasi
aktif dengan yang lain untuk mencapai tujuan kompetensi social dan
kesehatan jiwa

5.6.1 Defining psychosocial rehabilitation

The most accepted definition of psychosocial rehabilitation was developed by Cnaan et al. (1998), who
defined
psychosocial rehabilitation as:
the process of facilitating an individuals exploration to an optimal level of independent
functioning in the community psychosocial rehabilitation encourages people to participate
actively with others in the attainment of [their] goals. 23
5.6.2 Psychosocial rehabilitation in South Australia
Stepping Up: a Social Inclusion Action Plan for Mental Health Reform 20072012 clearly states that:
psychosocial rehabilitation is not the unique preserve of any one sector 8.
A partnership approach is required across and within the government and non-government sectors to
support a
recovery-oriented system. South Australia has had a distinct history of government and nongovernment relationship
that has concentrated on cooperation, collaboration and degree of pragmatism upon which we can
build.8
It is important that certain psychosocial rehabilitation functions can move seamlessly across and
between government
and non-government sectors, based on the needs of consumers, carers and communities.
5.6.3 Discussing psychosocial rehabilitation and recovery
Psychosocial rehabilitation is informed by a belief in the potential of every individual to consolidate
strengths,
change, learn and grow. It focuses on the individuals strengths and abilities, rather than on their
illness. Psychosocial
rehabilitation providers work in partnership with key people to provide structured, goal-focused,
individually tailored
services at a level of intensity and duration appropriate to the consumers needs.

Common elements of psychosocial rehabilitation exemplify recovery approaches to practice and

include:23, 24
>> Supporting people in recovery to self-manage and to build upon their interests, aspirations and
strengths to live full
and meaningful lives.
>> Facilitating skill development and living skills training to improve confidence and competence in
community living
>> Supporting wellbeing by encouraging healthy lifestyles.
>> Supporting independence and personal resilience.
>> Participating in the development of relapse prevention and crisis intervention strategies, thereby
reducing reliance
on and impact of the use of acute and emergency services.
>> Encouraging and supporting engagement in community and social activities.
>> Assisting people to access and sustain suitable housing and strengthen social relationships to
reduce isolation.
>> Facilitating increased opportunities to participate in the workforce.
>> Providing training and support in relapse prevention, wellness strategies and recovery by lived
experience workers.