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Implementation of Sensory Modulation within DHB Mental Health Services - 2017 Stocktake
Te Pou conducted a stocktake to capture a snap-shot of sensory modulation work that is going on nationally amongst the DHBs in 2017. This report considers the aspects of sensory modulation that are working well, identifies areas that need improvement and proposes recommendations for future research and practice development of sensory modulation.
Reducing seclusion and restraint co-production
Watch Carolyn Swanson speak about Te Pou's co-production approach to the reducing seclusion and restraint initiative.
Sensory modulation factsheet
A factsheet on sensory modulation, and Te Pou's work in this area.
Towards restraint-free mental health practice: Supporting the reduction and prevention of personal restraint in mental health inpatient settings
This resource provides guidance on ways to reduce and prevent restraint.
Supporting seclusion reduction for Māori
This report presents findings from a small study completed by Māori Caucus, Te Ao Māramatanga of Māori mental health nurses who have worked in acute mental health inpatient units in New Zealand, with a specific focus on reducing the use of seclusion on Māori.
Debriefing following seclusion and restraint - A summary of relevant literature
This report provides a summary of debriefing practices that have been shown to support seclusion or restraint reduction programmes, drawn from a review or relevant literature.