Ashworth workers suspended as inquiry slams conditions

Article Abstract:

A report on the conditions at Ashworth psychiatric hospital revealed that many patients suffered from poor treatment, attacks and racism, and has resulted in the suspension of several staff members. The report made recommendations that included the setting up of a patient advocacy service and the hiring of more ethnic minorities.

Reports, Violence in hospitals, Hospital violence

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Ashworth: will isolating the patient do any good?

Article Abstract:

The management of Ashworth Hospital, in Merseyside, England, following the publication of the critical 1999 Fallon report, is discussed. The debate over whether the high security hospital should be integrated into local psychiatric services is examined.

Psychological aspects, Prisoners, Personality disorders

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Wrestling with demons ended in tragedy

Article Abstract:

Issues are presented concerning the case of a mental health patient who is deaf and who killed his carer following a wrestling programme on television. The responsibilities of mental health community services are discussed.

Mental illness, Mental disorders

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