Persistent Disagreement Between Patients in Psychiatric Hospitals and Therapeutic Recreation Specialists
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In psychiatric hospitals a variety of health team professionals contribute to the provision of services which help patients re-enter and function independently within the community. The therapeutic recreation specialist, as a member of the team, is responsible for addressing the individual's leisure-related needs. To facilitate change, team members employ a defined systematic process consisting of identification of patient problems, establishment of goals for treatment, and selection of methods for treatment.
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