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Predictors of restrictive research strategy use in people with challenging behaviour
- Authors:
- ALLEN David, et al
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities, 22(2), March 2009, pp.159-168.
- Publisher:
- Wiley
Intrusive reactive strategies (physical restraint, emergency medication and seclusion) are frequently used procedures in the management of challenging behaviour. The present study identifies predictors for reactive strategy use in an attempt to more clearly delineate at risk service users. Eight hundred and thirty-nine agencies and service settings in a large area of South Wales were screened to identify children and adults with challenging behaviour against a number of defined operational criteria. Full data were available for 901 participants. Univariate and multivariate statistics were employed to identify predictors for reactive strategy use. The individuals most at risk of the use of reactive strategies were those who were subject to formal detention under the Mental Health Act (restraint and sedation), had more severe challenging behaviour (seclusion), showed destructive behaviour (restraint and seclusion) were placed out of area (seclusion) and had behavioural plans in place for specific topographies (restraint and sedation).
Physical abuse and physical interventions in learning disabilities: an element of risk?
- Authors:
- BAKER Peter, ALLEN David
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Adult Protection, 3(2), May 2001, pp.25-31.
- Publisher:
- Emerald
People with learning disabilities who present challenging behaviour are particularly vulnerable to physical abuse. This article argues that training in physical intervention could well be a critical variable in determining whether this abuse takes place. Recommendations designed to minimise the risks associated with physical interventions are made.