Pat Deegan

Pat Deegan is a mental health advocate and researcher known for her work in recovery-oriented approaches to mental illness. She emphasizes that people with mental health challenges can lead meaningful lives, emphasizing hope, personal strengths, and community support. Deegan promotes the idea that recovery is a personal process, not just the absence of symptoms, and advocates for involving individuals in their treatment decisions. Her contributions have helped transform mental health services to focus more on empowering individuals and recognizing their resilience and capacity for growth.