"Don't ever dismiss your odds of recovery-you never know what is around the corner. Doors can close with impairment, but others may open. You can gain skills and qualities through your battle with cognitive impairment."
"I decided without hesitation to still begin a PhD program that started in two months, where I would move to another state all by myself in a month after daytime hospitalization ended."
"I refused to let anything stop me, even a psychotic break that left me cognitively impaired. I saw getting a full academic scholarship and stipend to a prestigious University as the honor of a lifetime."
"Slowly I did start to work again and build a new career, but it took humility, patience, and luck. My cognitive recovery simultaneously and gradually took place."
Cognitive impairment can present significant challenges, but recovery is achievable. Individuals may face difficult decisions, such as pursuing education despite mental health struggles. Personal determination and support can lead to new opportunities and skills. The journey may involve setbacks, but with patience and humility, individuals can rebuild their careers and lives. Focusing on controllable aspects and personal identity can provide valuable life lessons during recovery.
Read at Psychology Today
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