• A shift of focus in mental health care from symptom control to prevention and recovery.
• Significant reduction in the need for costly mental health and emergency services as people who experience psychiatric symptoms effectively take responsibility for their own wellness and stability, manage and reduce their symptoms using a variety of self-help techniques, and effectively reach out for and use the support of a network of family members, friends and health care professionals.
• Increased ability to meet life and vocational goals, significant life enhancement, and gains in self-esteem and self-confidence as people become contributing members of the community.