Guest guest Posted August 10, 2006 Report Posted August 10, 2006 I have learned a few things, in the state run residence in Albany they use some aversive interventions.I am not opposed to some of this. Example: 12 year old bit end of his finger off, they use a straight jacket and medication.This residence houses the most agressive kids and its run by the state.Head banging, they use helmet padded time out room, and meds.All kids get meds of some sort.Most of these kids are teenagers.There are alarms and buttons if someone is totally out of control to notify staff.Sometimes there isnt enough staff to go around.They are Not using electric shock noxious gas cement cells strangulation hitting kicking pinching. I m not sure about witholding food but I imagine its done when the kid throws the food.These kids are self injurous .This came from a nurse that works there and loves the kids.I had lunch with her today and asked questions.These kids are not easy to place so they end up there.I have a better understanding of whats going on anyway. Laurie Quote
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