Physical interventions in the management of aggression and violence: legal, professional and ethical considerations

The use of physical interventions in the management of aggressive and violent behaviour continues to divide opinion and practice. In learning disability services, it is acknowledged that any physical intervention must be non‐aversive and considered as part of an overall programme which emphasises positive alternative behaviours. The author considers this understanding in the light of recent research and experience.

MoreLess

Year of publication:	2001
Authors:	Stirling, Christopher
Published in:	The Journal of Adult Protection. - MCB UP Ltd, ISSN 2042-8669, ZDB-ID 2394162-5. - Vol. 3.2001, 3, p. 30-40
Publisher:	MCB UP Ltd
Subject:	Physical intervention \| Control and restraint \| Learning disability \| Ethics \| Challenging behaviour

More details

Type of publication:	Article
Type of publication (narrower categories):	review-article
Language:	English
Other identifiers:	10.1108/14668203200100018 [DOI]
Source:	Other ZBW resources

Persistent link: https://www.econbiz.de/10014840948