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Making a case for personal safety: perceptions of vulnerability and desire for self-defense training among female veterans
- Authors:
- DAVID Wendy S., et al
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Interpersonal Violence, 19(9), September 2004, pp.991-1001.
- Publisher:
- Sage
The authors assessed perceptions of vulnerability and the desire for personal safety/selfdefense (PS/SD) training among 67 female veterans receiving outpatient mental health treatment, primarily for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) from sexual and/or physical trauma. Consistent with the literature on the impact of such training on nonclinical populations and on individuals with visual impairments, the results of this study indicate that traumatized female veterans believe that PS/SD training would be an effective and powerful addition to more traditional treatments for PTSD. Study participants indicated they believe such training would positively affect their sense of personal safety; promote increased competencein thwarting future assaults; improve their self-esteem, confidence, and assertiveness; and reduce avoidant and agoraphobic behaviors. These pilot results support the development of an adjunct intervention to augment current PTSD treatments for women veterans with histories of sexual and physical trauma.
Challenging the violence
- Author:
- MCCREADIE Claudine
- Journal article citation:
- Community Care, 28.11.96, 1996, p.6.
- Publisher:
- Reed Business Information
The author draws on international research to show that special training is the key to minimising violence among older people with dementia.
Age old problems
- Author:
- COOMBES Rebecca
- Journal article citation:
- Care Weekly, 26.4.95, 1995, p.12.
Describes the challenges facing staff who face violence from older people.
Putting residents first: strategies developed by CNAs to prevent and manage resident-to-resident violence in nursing homes
- Authors:
- SNELLGROVE Susan, et al
- Journal article citation:
- Gerontologist, 55, Supplement 1 2015, pp.S99-S107.
- Publisher:
- Oxford University Press
Purpose of the Study: Resident-to-resident violence (RRV) in nursing homes (NHs) is common and threatens the safety and quality of life of both residents and caregivers. The purpose of this portion of a larger qualitative study was to explore strategies developed by certified nurses’ assistants (CNAs) to prevent and manage RRV in NHs. Design and Methods: Semistructured interviews were used to collect data. Data were analysed utilising content analysis and constant comparison. Results: Analysis revealed one overriding theme, “Putting Residents First” which the CNAs described as a conscious effort to put themselves or a beloved family member in the place of the resident while administering care. Within this theme, there were three related subthemes: (a) Knowing the Residents, (b) Keeping Residents Safe, and (c) Spending Quality Time. Implications: Together, these themes suggest that the formulation of strategies for decreasing and managing RRV was influenced significantly by the ability of the CNAs to empathise with the residents for whom they were caring. The results indicate that in the absence of evidence-based interventions, CNAs have developed their own strategies for the management and prevention of RRV. These strategies may provide a foundation for the development and testing of interventions aimed at preventing and managing RRV in NHs. (Edited publisher abstract)
Aggression and violence in dementia: addressing a real issue
- Authors:
- VINCENT Barbara, DODDS Penny
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Dementia Care, 20(5), September 2012, pp.23-25.
- Publisher:
- Hawker
Despite the best efforts of staff to understand, avoid and prevent challenging behaviour, there are times when it is necessary for staff to physically intervene in order to manage situations where people with dementia act violently or when incidences of aggression between people with dementia occur. This article explores some of the historical developments of Prevention and Management of Violence and Aggression (PMVA) and the reticence for the use of these strategies with older people, particularly with dementia. It also presents an outline of the development and implementation in Sussex Partnership NHS Trust of a staff training programme of PMVA specifically tailored to older people with an emphasis on dementia. The 5-day course includes physical intervention techniques for aggressive and violence behaviour, alongside preventive and non-physical approaches. The training was piloted in 4 inpatient mental health units and evaluated through pre- and post-questionnaires. The findings indicate that the training boosted staff skill and confidence, enabling them to manage situations effectively, often without resource to physical interventions.
Dangerous liaisons
- Author:
- BRENNAN Shirley
- Journal article citation:
- Nursing Times, 3.11.99, 1999, pp.30-32.
- Publisher:
- Nursing Times
Nurses widely misunderstand, and sometimes abuse, the use of restraint methods on older people. This article is concerned with older adults who exhibit aggressive and dangerous behaviour, and the issues surrounding restraint, risk and protection.
Elder abuse in residential settings in Sweden
- Authors:
- SAVEMAN Britt-Inger, et al
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Elder Abuse and Neglect, 10(1/2), 1999, pp.43-60.
- Publisher:
- Taylor and Francis
- Place of publication:
- Philadelphia, USA
To investigate frequencies and types of elder abuse occurring in residential settings in two municipal areas of Sweden, nursing staff were asked to answer a questionnaire. The findings indicated that elder abuse involving the staff did occur. Psychological and physical abuse related to caring activities were most common. Feelings such as powerlessness, anger towards the abuser, and compassion for the abused person were reported. More education and support were recommended as the main preventive strategy.
Prevention and detection of abuse
- Author:
- SEATON Marie
- Journal article citation:
- Elders the Journal of Care and Practice, 4(4), December 1995, pp.5-27.
Over recent years, abuse of vulnerable people such as elderly with dementia, those with a learning disability or mental health problem has received increased publicity. This article outlines guidelines prepared by the charity United Response to guide and assist all staff, who may need to know how to act when abuse is alleged and also to assist staff in identifying signs that abuse may be occurring or that a situation exists which might lead to abuse. Covers the need for staff training, definitions of abuse and necessary procedures.
Armed and aging: dementia and firearms do not mix!
- Authors:
- CIPRIANI Gabriele, et al
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Gerontological Social Work, 60(8), 2017, pp.647-660.
- Publisher:
- Taylor and Francis
- Place of publication:
- Philadelphia, USA
The possibility that persons with dementia possess firearms is cause for concern, but only a limited number of research studies have been conducted on such a topic, usually in the form of case reports. Reducing the occurrence of the firearm-related violence requires effectively identifying dangerous individuals and keeping firearms out of their hands. The health care professionals, i.e. the social workers and the physicians, need to work together and to produce a suitable evaluation of patients with dementia to prevent firearm-related injuries and serious and irreparable damage to persons. (Publisher abstract)
Annual report of the Chief Medical Officer 2013, public mental health priorities: investing in the evidence
- Authors:
- DAVIES Sally C., et al
- Publisher:
- Great Britain. Department of Health
- Publication year:
- 2014
- Pagination:
- 320
- Place of publication:
- London
The 2013 annual report of the Chief Medical Officer looks at the epidemiology of public mental health, the quality of evidence, and possible future innovations. It aims to increase transparency about progress within public health and to help encourage improvements across England. The first chapters provide the Chief Medical Officer's response to the evidence-base and the challenges facing public health in England. They also make 14 recommendations to improve the public’s mental health. These are grouped into the areas of: commissioning and service development; information, intelligence an data, work, workforce training and practice; and policy. The remainder of the report is written by a range of internationally recognised experts who provide evidence about key issues in public mental health in England. Sections covered are: science and technology; mental health across the life course (covering children, young people, adults and older adults); the economic case for better public mental health: parity of esteem and the importance of treating mental health as equal to physical health; and the needs and safety of people with mental illness. This section includes discussion of violence, suicide and self-harm; addictions, dependence and substance misuse; and ethnic inequalities and social exclusion. Key highlights from the report include the need to acknowledge that mental health is just as important as mental health and the need to help people with mental illness stay in work. (Edited publisher abstract)