Least restrictive practice evidence update November 2022

This evidence update is for the mental health and addiction workforce. It focuses on eliminating the seclusion (solitary confinement) of tāngata whai ora Māori.

This resource provides Māori perspectives on relevant data and research to help identify current actions needed to eliminate the use of seclusion for tāngata whai ora Māori. These actions are relevant to all levels of the sector, including health system leadership, policy makers, service managers, clinical leads, educators, and researchers.