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Violence and aggression: short-term management in mental health, health and community settings

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Last updated:27th May 2015
Violence and aggression: short-term management in mental health, health and community settings - National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE)


This guideline covers the short-term management of violence and aggression in adults (aged 18 and over), young people (aged 13 to 17) and children (aged 12 and under). It is relevant for mental health, health and community settings. The guideline aims to safeguard both staff and people who use services by helping to prevent violent situations and providing guidance to manage them safely when they occur.

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