Citation

Jones P, Kroese BS. Br. J. Learning Disabilit. 2007; 35(1): 50-54.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2007, John Wiley and Sons)

DOI

10.1111/j.1468-3156.2006.00390.x

PMID

unavailable

Abstract

The appropriateness and justification of physical restraint procedures in secure learning disability settings is an emotive issue. This paper examines the views of service users (n = 10) from secure residential facilities who are restrained frequently. Using a semi-structured interview schedule, Service users were interviewed about their restraint experiences. They reported that restraint can lead to potentially abusive situations and that staff should try other approaches before restraining someone. They were divided on whether it calmed them down and whether staff enjoyed performing restraint. Other comments included that restraint may or may not serve a purposeful goal and that there is a definite need for staff training for those involved in performing restraint.