[An educator's perspective, defusing tensions through mediation and the encounter]

Non-pharmacological alternatives which avoid or reduce the use of seclusion and restraint help to defuse psychological and/or physical tension to move towards appeasement. For the professional, the encounter with the patient requires questioning, reflection, availability as well as creativity. Mediation techniques such as hydrotherapy or equine assisted therapy, as well as the caregiver's general attitude, are perfect illustrations. Testimony.