Introduction: In this study we present the process and results of the Spanish adaptation and validation of REE (Recovery Enhancing Environment), an instrument designed to assess the personal process of recovery and the recovery orientation of mental health services.
Methodology: The Spanish REE version has been completed by a representative sample of the Severe Mental Disorder (SMD) program users in the Mental Health Services of Biscay (n=312).
Results: The validity evidence of each section (importance of recovery elements, experience of recovery elements, organizational climate and recovery markers) of the REE has shown unidimensionality of the scale, with suitable indexes in the factorial analyses and Cronbach alphas greater than .90 for each dimension. Moreover, significant correlations have been found between REE and its dimensions, and with other instruments that measure severity, functionality and quality of life.
Conclusions: The adequacy of the psychometric properties of the REE make it an interesting instrument to assess the different indicators related to the recovery model, especially if the scarcity of available instruments is taken into account.