@article{ref1,
title="An evaluation of the social recreation component of a community mental health program",
journal="Psychiatric rehabilitation journal",
year="2001",
author="Petryshen, P. M. and Hawkins, J. D. and Fronchak, T. A.",
volume="24",
number="3",
pages="293-298",
abstract="The paper describes the results of an evaluation designed to determine the effectiveness of the social recreation component of a community-based mental health program. The program is for individuals with serious mental health problems, with a particular focus on those who perceive deficiencies in their social relationships. Findings showed that the individuals who participated in the program, in varying frequency, reported significant improvements in their self-ratings of loneliness, self-esteem, social functioning, satisfaction with social relations and leisure activities, as well as general life satisfaction. The association between particular program- or client-related factors and the outcome variables were examined to provide insights into why people changed. The merits and limitations of the evaluation methodology are discussed.<p /><p>Language: en</p>",
language="en",
issn="1095-158X",
doi="",
url="http://dx.doi.org/"
}