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November 28, 2025International Journal of Mental Health NursingOpen Access

Carers' Perceptions of Seclusion and Restraints in Mental Healthcare: An Integrative Literature Review

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THTahani HawsawiJAJessica AppletonSSSuzanne Sheppard-Law

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Overview

Integrative literature review reveals negative views on seclusion and restraints in mental healthcare, implying the need for improved empathy and communication with carers.

Key Points

  • Negative perceptions of seclusion and restraints exist among carers and those with lived experience of mental health issues, pointing to a need for better practices.
  • The literature review involved a systematic search, culminating in 10 studies that highlighted the impact of these practices on human rights.
  • Reinforcing therapeutic relationships and communication can help reduce the use of seclusion and restraints, fostering better outcomes in mental health care.
  • Empathy is emphasized as a crucial element in effective de-escalation strategies during crises in mental healthcare.

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Hawsawi et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6928f12ea65b730b9ea7a8cchttps://doi.org/10.1111/inm.70179
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