This is just the first part of the paper. Once this is reviewed and accepted, we need to complete the second half.
1. Introduction
– Overview: Brief introduction of the topic, highlighting the significance and rationale behind studying abuse and restraint practices on individuals with disabilities.
– Purpose Statement: Define the purpose of the study, including specific aims and research questions that the project intends to address.
– Scope: Delimit the scope to focus on persons with disabilities in Florida, explaining the reasons for this geographical focus.
2. Literature Review
– Prevalence of Abuse and Restraints:
– National Context: Discuss general U.S. statistics to set the national backdrop.
– Florida Specific Data: Provide detailed statistics specific to Florida on the rates and patterns of abuse and use of restraints on individuals with disabilities.
– Settings of Abuse:
– Home: Explore how and why many incidents occur in domestic environments.
– Community: Review incidents that occur in community settings, such as public places or during activities.
– Facilities: Focus on residential facilities, including group homes and care centers.
– Schools: Discuss the prevalence and issues related to abuse in educational settings.
– Perpetrators of Abuse:
– Family Members: Discuss the dynamics and factors contributing to abuse by family members.
– Staff: Consider abuse by staff in various settings, including care facilities and residential programs.
– Educators: Examine issues with school staff and the educational context.
3. Current Practices and Interventions
– State-Funded Programs:
– Overview of Programs: Provide a comprehensive overview of state-funded programs available for persons with disabilities in Florida.
– Existing Interventions: Describe current interventions aimed at preventing abuse and the use of restraints.
– Effectiveness: Review studies or reports evaluating the effectiveness of these interventions.
– Regulatory Framework:
– State Laws and Regulations: Outline the legislative and regulatory framework governing the treatment of persons with disabilities, particularly regarding abuse and restraints.
– Compliance and Enforcement: Discuss issues related to compliance with these laws and the enforcement mechanisms in place.
