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Nov 16

The Saturation Model and the Low Arousal Approach for Inclusion in Schools

In this article, we will explain what the Saturation Model is, and how it operates in conjunction with the Low Arousal Approach.

Nov 16

The Evolution of the Low Arousal Approach

Professor Andrew McDonnell provides a timeline of the evolution of the Low Arousal Approach to crisis management.

Aug 21

Practitioner Article: 'Autistic Women and Self-Injury'

This extract is from a recent practitioner article on women on the autism spectrum and self-injury, and how to support coping.

Jun 29

Clinical Services: Studio 3 Ireland

Studio 3 practitioner Mary Maher gives an account of the clinical services such as individualised support for families available in Ireland

Jun 29

Meet the Trainer: Keri Dickson on Low Arousal Training

Studio 3 Low Arousal Trainer Keri Dickson discusses Low Arousal Online Training, available every Friday.

Jun 29

Hello from the Team at Studio 3 Kerry

Studio 3 Kerry is a team of practitioners based in Ireland who provide psychological support, clinical services and coaching.

May 3

Family Perspectives on Education

In this article, two families share their experiences of education and applying the Low Arousal Approach with young people, and the...

May 3

The SEMH Handbook: How Local Authorities are Supporting Inclusion

This article discusses the SEMH Handbook by BDSIP for mainstream school settings to support inclusion and provide SEND provision

Mar 29

Practitioner Article: Experiences of Crisis Management Training

The following extract is from a practitioner article by Studio 3 practitioner John Moriarty, which discusses experiences of crisis...

Oct 12, 2022

From Hospital to My Own Front Door: Facilitating Community Placements

This is the first in a series of articles in which Professor Andrew McDonnell attempts to outline the transition from locked wards in...

May 20, 2021

Bespoke LASER Training

Online and bespoke LASER training for settings that require a tailored approach.

May 20, 2021

Physical Interventions: Reducing Restrictive Practices in Schools Using the LASER Approach

This extract describes how the LASER Programme approaches the difficult topic of reducing physical interventions in schools.

Mar 25, 2021

Excerpt: Freedom from Restraint and Seclusion

An excerpt from the upcoming book on Restraint and Seclusion Elimination: The Studio 3 Approach by Professor Andrew McDonnell, coming soon!

Mar 25, 2021

Book Review: The Reflective Journey

Dr Rebecca Fish, a researcher at Lancaster University, reviews The Reflective Journey: A Practitioner's Guide to the Low Arousal Approach...

Oct 29, 2020

Learning from Lockdown: Imagining the Future

In August, Studio 3 held a free web conference for families on Learning from Lockdown, and how the Covid-19 restrictions had impacted them.

Oct 29, 2020

Practitioner Article: 'The Relationship Between Staff Stress and Coping'

An excerpt from 'The Relationship between Staff Stress and Coping,' a practitioner article on the Low Arousal Approach.