Physical abuse and physical interventions in learning disabilities: an element of risk?

People with learning disabilities who present challenging behaviour are particularly vulnerable to physical abuse. It is argued 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 intervention training are made.

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Year of publication:	2001
Authors:	Baker, Peter ; Allen, David
Published in:	The Journal of Adult Protection. - MCB UP Ltd, ISSN 2042-8669, ZDB-ID 2394162-5. - Vol. 3.2001, 2, p. 25-31
Publisher:	MCB UP Ltd
Subject:	Learning disability \| Physical abuse \| Physical intervention

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Type of publication:	Article
Type of publication (narrower categories):	review-article
Language:	English
Other identifiers:	10.1108/14668203200100011 [DOI]
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