Lawmakers Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Protect Children From Abuse in Schools
For the first time, bipartisan legislation that addresses seclusion and restraint in schools is being introduced. The bill embodies principles set by the Obama administration.
Reasons to Reduce the Use of Restraint
In December 2006, the Michigan State Board of Education enacted a new law that set standards for the use of restraint. As a school social worker and a CPI Certified Instructor, Rebecca Ducham is always seeking out avenues to advocate for the decrease of restraint in our schools and other service organizations. The road to change has been challenging.
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ASD: Supportive Strategies for Crisis Prevention
Due to the complex nature of ASD, there is no “magic formula” that will help all students with autism spectrum disorders. While every plan must be personalized and based on a student’s unique skill set, preferences, interests, and learning styles, the strategies in this info capsule will help you interact with students with ASD more effectively.
Reducing Seclusion and Restraint for Improved Patient and Staff Safety
The reduction of seclusion and restraint has been a quality indicator in psychiatric services for many years. This project tracks a four-year effort at the 65-bed psychiatric department of St. Charles Mercy Hospital to improve patient and staff safety through efforts to reduce the use of seclusion and restraint.
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