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The Psychosocial Rehabilitation (PSR) For Severely Mentally Ills In Malaysia: The Past And Present
Author(s):
Ruzanna Zam Zam
Institution(s):
Associate Professor and Consultant Psychiatrist,Department of Psychiatry, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia Medical Centre (UKMMC), 56000 Cheras, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Abstract:
This paper discusses the evolution of PSR development for people with severe mental illness since the early 20th century in Malaysia. The various aspects of PSR include the activities, service target, the treatment settings, factors contributed to the development and the challenges that have been faced are also described along with the evolution, comparing the past and present. It is learned that despite of many challenges, PSR in Malaysia has now continued to progress with increasing supports from the stakeholders and is in keeping with the current PSR concept. ASEAN Journal of Psychiatry, Vol.11(1): Jan - June 2010: XX XX.
Keywords: Psychosocial rehabilitation, severe mental illness, Malaysia
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