Missed today's webinar? Acute Behavioural Disturbances in Police Custody

Missed today's insightful and educational webinar, "Acute Behavioural Disturbances in Police Custody,"presented by Matt Peel, Advanced Clinical Practitioner in Police Custody, UKAFNP Steering Group Member, and co-editor of Police Custody Healthcare for Nurses and Paramedics?

This  webinar designed for healthcare professionals working in police custody settings and offers a comprehensive exploration of Acute Behavioural Disturbance (ABD). The session  delves into the complexities of ABD, providing attendees with the knowledge and tools to better understand and manage this challenging clinical scenario. It is now available on the Members section of the website

What to Expect:

• Background to ABD: Gain an understanding of the origins and definitions of Acute Behavioural Disturbance within a forensic healthcare context.
• Controversy: Explore the debated aspects of ABD, including ethical and clinical challenges.
• Signs and Symptoms: Learn how to recognise and assess the key indicators of ABD in patients.
• Pathophysiology: Develop a deeper understanding of the physiological processes underpinning ABD.
• Management: Discover practical approaches to managing ABD effectively and safely in police custody environments.



This session builds on Matt Peel’s experience and includes insights from his 2022 article:
Peel MR (2022) Acute behavioural disturbance: recognition, assessment and management. Emergency Nurse. doi: 10.7748/en.2022.e2126.