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Importance of Insight in the Recovery of Mental Illness
Zahra Salim Jessani ,

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Zahra Salim Jessani

ISSN

2319-5622

DOI

doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.4035785

Published on

Sep 18, 2020

Abstract

Background: Mental illness makes a person denies of its own existence. It interferes with their thoughts, beliefs and perception which creates difficulty to understand one’s illness and becomes a barrier to recovery. The problem arises when an individual doesn’t comprehend about their illness which hinders in the treatment regimen. Hence, it is essential for an individual to have clear understanding of their illness in order to cope well. Objective: To evaluate the importance of Insight in the Recovery of Mental Illness. Method: Literature review conducted to explore the importance of Insight in the Recovery of Mental Illness Different electronic engines were explored from 1959 to 2014. Results: Literature suggests that 97% in India believes that people with poor insight should be excluded from society in which lack of family support plays a crucial role. Therefore, due to the lack of acceptance, motivation from the society and family, it has become an obstacle for a person to recover from illness to a wellness state Conclusion: Mental illness affects cognitive ability and makes it difficult for a person to recover because they don’t take responsibility for the treatment and don’t remain compliant with treatment regimen. It is our duty to cater patients with different strategies like Cognitive behavioral therapy so that they can cope effectively.

Keywords

Insight, Mental Health and Recovery.

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