Table 1.

Final set of included items in the Strengths And Barriers Recovery Scale (SABRS) (n = 32)

Recovery strength items

Recovery Barrier items

- Exercise regularly - Have a GP - Have regular dental checks - Have good nutrition - Take care of your health - Maintain a driving license - Maintain a bank account - Able to pay your bills - Maintain stable housing - Remain in steady employment - Further your education or training - Start your own business - Participate in family life - Plan for the future - Volunteer

- Have untreated emotional or mental health problems - Make regular visits to the emergency room - Regular use of health services - Smoke - Have your drivers’ license revoked - Drive under the influence of alcohol or drugs - Damage property - Been arrested - Been charged with a criminal offence - Been to prison - Have bad debts - Were unable to pay the bills - Regularly missed school or work - Dropped out of school or college - Fired or suspended from work - Lose custody of children - Experience family violence