"Restraints are common across hospitals, schools, and juvenile justice settings. Oversight varies widely, leading to significant disparities in how these practices are implemented and monitored."
"Black children and adults face disproportionately higher rates of restraint in emergency room settings, which can lead to trauma and a reluctance to seek care."
"The use of restraints has caused deaths and can drive patients of color away from the care they need, highlighting the urgent need for alternative approaches."
"Families have the right to ask about restraint use and demand alternatives, including peer respite centers, to ensure safer and more compassionate care."
Restraints are prevalent in hospitals, schools, and juvenile justice systems, with significant oversight discrepancies. Black children and adults experience higher restraint rates, particularly in emergency rooms. The use of restraints can result in trauma and even fatalities, discouraging patients of color from seeking necessary care. Families have the right to inquire about restraint practices and advocate for alternatives, such as peer respite centers. The discomfort of using restraints in a historical context raises questions about the pursuit of safety through violence.
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