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The Case Against Restraint and Seclusion: Perspectives from Lived Experience and the Neurodivergent Community

Byinclusiveteach.com May 23, 2023August 31, 2023

The Case Against Restraint and Seclusion Restraint and seclusion are controversial practices in the field of behaviour support. Historically, these tactics have been employed as last-resort measures to manage challenging behaviours in individuals with disabilities, mental health issues, or neurodivergent conditions. There is growing opposition to restraint and seclusion. Based on the point that these…

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Psychological Restraint: A Violation of Human Rights?

Byinclusiveteach.com May 15, 2023August 19, 2023

The Use of Psychological Restraint with People With Learning Difficulties In recent years, we have seen growing awareness regarding the importance of mental health and its impact on overall well-being. As a result, there is an increasing emphasis on understanding the ethical implications of various psychological interventions. One such area of concern is the use…

education | behaviour

Restraint in Schools: The Last Taboo

Byinclusiveteach.com September 28, 2016August 31, 2023

Is there anything more distressing and potentially damaging than the moment an adult places hands on a child?

This is a reality faced by many teachers daily. Many are put in difficult situations having to support vulnerable children through crises with limited support from leadership, external agencies or maybe even parents.