Author:
Davies Bronwen,John-Evans Hannah,Mallows Lynwen,Griffiths John
Abstract
Purpose
– The purpose of this paper is to detail the implementation and evaluation of positive behavioural support within a medium secure mental health service.
Design/methodology/approach
– Information regarding the policy context, service context and the processes supporting PBS interventions are outlined.
Findings
– PBS has historically been applied within child services in USA and learning disability services in UK.
Originality/value
– Forensic mental health is a new area of implementation and is in line with current policy promoting its use across a number of service contexts.
Subject
Psychiatry and Mental health,Organizational Behavior and Human Resource Management,Health Policy,Education,Pshychiatric Mental Health,Health (social science)
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