The subject of seclusion will always generate professional, legal and moral debate. Lawrence Savage and Emad Salib examined the continuing and regular use of seclusion in a secure mental health unit, and suggest that the seclusion of some patients may continue to be a safe and effective intervention to control incidents of disturbed behaviour.
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