psychosocial rehabilitation
Also written as: PSR — Psychosocial Rehabilitation
Evidence-based services helping individuals with mental illness develop skills and supports for community living and meaningful participation.
Full Definition
Psychosocial rehabilitation (PSR) is a comprehensive approach to mental health treatment that focuses on helping individuals develop the skills, supports, and resources needed to live successfully in the community. PSR services include skills training (daily living, social, vocational), supported employment, supported education, family education, and peer support. The approach emphasizes recovery principles, consumer choice, and community integration rather than symptom reduction alone. PSR programs are designed to address the functional impairments often associated with serious mental illness and promote meaningful participation in work, education, and social relationships.
Usage
Usage note: PSR is acceptable abbreviation; emphasize community integration and functional improvement focus.
In Context
- "The psychosocial rehabilitation program helped participants develop independent living skills." — Program outcome evaluation
- "PSR services are billable under most state Medicaid plans for qualified providers." — Billing and reimbursement guidelines