Restraint means holding a child or young person to stop them from moving.
Seclusion means shutting a child somewhere alone and not allowing them to leave.
If you are a child or young person looking for advice and information you can contact us on 0800 019 1179 or by email at inbox@cypcs.org.uk. Adults looking for advice and information on behalf of a child or young person can contact us at inbox@cypcs.org.uk.
If you are concerned that a child may be at immediate risk of harm, please contact your local Social Work Department or Police Scotland (dialling 999 in an emergency) as a matter of urgency. The office is not able to investigate child protection concerns.
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Restraint means holding a child or young person to stop them from moving.
Seclusion means shutting a child somewhere alone and not allowing them to leave.