The concept of recovery recognizes that it is possible to live a purposeful life and participate in society, regardless of whether symptoms have completely subsided, and that care should be centered on the individual, their values, and their autonomy.
The latest issue of Perspectivas de CSP discusses how this approach aligns with the principles of the SUS and the Brazilian Psychiatric Reform and outlines pathways for implementing Law No. 15,126/2025, which establishes humanized care as a fundamental principle of the system.
“Moving toward recovery also requires a transition from professional-centered care to collaborative relationships that promote empowerment and self-management, based on the user’s choices,” the authors conclude.