Year: 2007
Type: article
Study design: Observational Study
Abstract: Seclusion, putting a patient involuntarily alone in a locked unfurnished room from which she/he cannot freely exit, is a prevailing coercive measure in modern psychiatric practice. In recent years, clinical, ethical, and legal debate has increased awareness of its controversial nature. However, studies focused on the views of the secluded patients themselves are sparse. Objective: To describe a pilot phase of an extensive research project concerning the seclusion experience of 100 forensic and civil psychiatric patients. Secluded patients were interviewed using a semi-structured interview developed for the purpose of this research project. Both negative and positive aspects were associated with seclusion. Interaction between the secluded patient and the staff was perceived as insufficient. Clinical implications are discussed.
Source: BMC Psychiatry
Institution: Vanha Vaasa hospital
Language: English
Subfield: Clinical Psychology
Field: Psychology
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: gold
Estimated APC paid: $3,290
OpenAlex ID: W2076199702