In today’s educational landscape, there is a growing recognition of the importance of creating safe and nurturing environments for students. One crucial aspect of this
POLYVAGAL THEORY Polyvagal Theory describes the primary role of the ANS (Autonomic Nervous System) in shaping thoughts, feelings, behaviours, and beliefs (Porges, 2007). The
Preface SWPBIS (School-Wide Positive Behavioural Interventions and Supports) is a framework for understanding behaviour and supporting students who may engage in behaviours which staff may
In a previous post, we looked at why it is important for service providers to implement strategies that are aimed at reducing the use of
Part 1 There is (thankfully) a growing buzz across most sectors working with adults and children regarding the issue of reducing restraint and restrictive practices.
What is PBS? PBS is a comprehensive, evidenced-based, values-led approach which starts with a good understanding of each individual, their strengths, needs and wishes. It
Imposing physical restraint on an individual is an extreme tactic. Although it is sometimes necessary, it should only be used as a last resort. Strategies
Traditional methods of discipline usually gravitate towards punishment, particularly in the education system. However, one elementary school decided to replace detention with meditation and the
By using the ‘Restraint Reduction Toolkit’ (which is based on the ideas suggested by Scanlan, 2010, D’Orio et al, 2007, Huckshorn et al, 2014, and
Successive reports indicate that training in skills-based behaviour management – such as de-escalation, restraint, breakaway – remains the most common agency response to service-user aggression. However,
