Developing a Ward Ethos Based on Positive Behavioural Support within a Forensic Mental Health ‘Psychiatric Intensive Care Unit’

Publication date: Available online 29 March 2018 Source:Mental Health & Prevention Author(s): Jamie Anthony Hughes, Bronwen E. Davies Positive Behavioural Support (PBS) is a framework that aims to prevent challenging behaviours occurring and safely manage them when they do. Proactive approaches have been promoted in government policy and guidance. The aim of this study was to co-produce a ward ethos founded upon the PBS model. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with service users (n=6) and two focus groups run for staff members (n=14). Thematic analysis was employed in the analysis of interviews and group transcripts. Analysis revealed relevant themes under the categories: Slow triggers, fast triggers, primary prevention, secondary prevention and crisis management. Based on the themes elicited a poster was developed promoting the values and practices of the PICU in line with the PBS model. This can be shared with service users and staff new to the environment. Graphical abstract
Source: Mental Health and Prevention - Category: Psychiatry Source Type: research