by laurenmacknight | Oct 2, 2015
Evaluation: Findings from Trauma-Informed Care Training at Two Texas State Supported Living Centers Introduction Training staff to implement trauma-informed approaches at residential care facilities, such as state supported living centers, is an important step in...
by Ike Evans | Sep 29, 2015
Evaluation: Seclusion and Restraint Reduction Initiative Overview “Seclusion and restraint” is using physical force, restricting movement, or involuntarily medicating or isolating people to manage their behavior. These methods are often used to control people at risk...
by Daniel Oppenheimer | Sep 28, 2015
When Disability Is a Disguise: Addressing the mental health needs of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities How Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Can Obscure Mental Illness The mental health needs of individuals with intellectual and...
by Daniel Oppenheimer | Sep 28, 2015
It’s Time for Positive Change Reducing Seclusion and Restraint in Texas Changing policies and practices in Texas Reducing seclusion and restraint leads to fewer staff and consumer injuries and deaths. It has been linked to less use of sick time, lower staff turnover,...
by Daniel Oppenheimer | Sep 24, 2015
Policy Recommendation: Addressing the Mental Health and Wellness of Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities Background It has been estimated that the rate of mental health conditions for those with IDD is two to three times higher than for the general population....
