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The desire to work is deeply rooted in the human psyche and involves both intrinsic
and extrinsic factors. If this is indeed the case, then this form of human activity
should be considered to be an important element of our lives and therefore worthy
of intervention when circumstances restrict an individual's engagement with it. To
investigate the therapeutic nature of work for people with enduring mental health
problems, the author conducted a pilot case study of a work rehabilitation scheme
in the United Kingdom. The main theme to emerge from the study was that of purposeful
activity.
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