Employment or meaningful activity gives most peers the opportunity to regain a positive identity, including a sense of purpose and value. This statement is:

• A. False
• B. True
• C. Only for some
• D. Not related

Answer: (B)

Meaningful work or activity helps people build a positive sense of self and purpose as part of the recovery process. When someone is employed or engaged in valued tasks, they gain a social role, feel competent, and contribute to others, which strengthens self-esteem and counters stigma. This visibility as a capable, contributing person supports identity transformation beyond illness and provides motivation and connection with others. Because these effects are experienced by many individuals in recovery, the statement that employment or meaningful activity gives most peers the opportunity to regain a positive identity and a sense of value is True. The other options underplay or disconnect from these well-supported recovery benefits.