Which component emphasizes the individual's control over their recovery, with self-direction and autonomy?

• A. Self-directed
• B. Non-linear
• C. Holistic
• D. Respect

Answer: (A)

Empowering the person to steer their own recovery is the key idea. Self-directed recovery places control in the individual's hands: they set goals, choose which supports to use, decide what steps to take, and determine the pace of their recovery, with the recovery coach acting as a facilitator and partner. This emphasis on autonomy and personal responsibility makes it the best fit for the prompt. Non-linear simply describes that progress can fluctuate and isn’t about who controls the process. Holistic looks at all areas of a person’s life but doesn’t center who directs the recovery. Respect focuses on dignity and worth in how services are delivered but doesn’t explicitly foreground self-direction. So the component that best emphasizes control and autonomy is self-directed.