The After-Action Review (AAR) stands as a structured debriefing method, born from military practice and now common in business, designed to dissect what was intended, what transpired, the reasons for any discrepancies, and how future actions can be improved. JL Academy uses an adapted method which includes the principle of “Hot Debriefs” as one of their debriefing models. In this article, we dive a little more into relevant concepts of AARs and Hot Debriefs.
Bild ACT and RRN
For decades, physical intervention training in the UK’s health and social care sectors operated with significant inconsistency. While the intention was often safety, the lack of standardised regulation meant that training quality varied wildly between providers. Historically, many programmes placed a heavy emphasis on reactive techniques—the mechanics of physical restraint—often at the expense of preventative strategies and human rights.
Preventing Abuse in Care
The article discusses the importance of ethical frameworks in reducing restrictive practices in health and social care settings. By implementing Clark’s eight ethical lenses, organisations can empower staff to create a more supportive environment, minimise abuse, and promote person-centred care. This approach shifts focus from compliance to cultivating a strong ethical culture.
Navigating Worlds
“Third Culture Kids” (TCKs), face. TCKs are individuals who have spent a significant part of their developmental years outside their parents’ culture, creating a distinct “third culture”