The Real Goal of Positive Behaviour Support
Beyond Behaviour: The Real Goal of Positive Behaviour Support When we see behaviour that challenges, our first instinct might be to try and stop it. But what if we took a different approach? What if, instead of just reacting, we asked a simple but powerful question: “Why?” This is the central idea behind […]
Top 10 Tips: After the Incident—A Guide to Post-Incident Debriefing and Support
After a behavioural incident, the moments that follow are just as crucial as managing the crisis itself. The focus must shift from immediate safety to recovery, understanding, and learning. A structured and empathetic debriefing process is essential for reducing the future use of restrictive practices and rebuilding relationships. It allows everyone involved to feel safe and supported.
How to Avoid Abusive Care Practices
Ethical Lenses as an Antidote to Abuse and Restrictive Practices in Care When the culture within a care setting turns sour, the risks to vulnerable individuals escalate dramatically. An environment where staff feel disempowered, undervalued, and operating under immense pressure without clear ethical guidance, fosters conditions where poor practice occurs. This can lead to abuse […]
Navigating Worlds
The Unique Hurdles of International Students with Expat Parents The life of an international student whose parents are expatriates is often perceived as one of exciting global adventures and cultural enrichment. While these experiences undoubtedly offer significant benefits, a growing body of research highlights a unique set of challenges these young people, often termed “Third […]
The Unspoken Aftermath
Why Trauma-Informed Debriefing is Essential in Schools Schools are more than just places of academic learning; they are environments where pupils develop socially and emotionally. When incidents occur – ranging from playground altercations and medical emergencies to more significant crises like lockdowns or community trauma – the immediate response often focuses on physical safety and […]
Scandals in the Healthcare System
Where Are We Now? The shadows of Winterbourne View and Mid Staffordshire loom large over the UK healthcare system. These were not isolated incidents but symptoms of deeper systemic failures that caused profound human suffering and a betrayal of public trust (Department of Health, 2012; Francis, 2013). Years later, the critical question remains: How likely is […]
Understanding the Unseen Struggle
How The Timian Programme Equips Educators to Support Children in Crisis Schools should be havens for learning and growth, yet for many children, the educational journey is overshadowed by unseen struggles. A growing number of young people are experiencing mental health crises within school walls, a situation often intertwined with the profound impact of Adverse […]
The Bedrock of Better Healthcare
Why Psychological Safety is Non-Negotiable In the high-pressure world of healthcare, every decision, every interaction, can have profound consequences. While clinical expertise and cutting-edge technology are vital, there’s a less tangible yet equally critical element that underpins quality care, staff well-being, and continuous improvement: psychological safety. Psychological safety, as defined by pioneering researcher Amy Edmondson, is […]
The Indispensable Value Of BILD Act Certification & RRN
Your Pathway With JL Academy & Timian Working with vulnerable individuals in health, social care, and education settings is a deeply rewarding but often challenging endeavour. It requires immense skill, empathy, and, crucially, a robust understanding of how to manage distressed or challenging behaviour safely, ethically, and effectively. This is where the landscape of restrictive […]
Building a Foundation of Trust: Why Psychological Safety is Key in Today’s Workplace
Psychological Safety In any successful organisation, particularly in environments where collaboration and quick thinking are paramount, like healthcare, there’s a critical ingredient that often goes unmentioned but is felt by everyone: psychological safety. For those of us at JL Academy, fostering this sense of safety is fundamental to creating high-performing teams and a thriving […]
