Most of us know what it feels like to be ill and frightened. Now imagine being held down by the very people responsible for your care.
This can happen in mental health hospitals when staff believe someone poses a risk to themselves or others. Patients may be physically restrained, locked in a room alone or given medication to calm them quickly. These measures are known as restrictive interventions. Although they are intended to prevent harm, they can cause serious injuries and, in extreme cases, death.
