Section R. 400.12313 - Behavior support policyRule 313.
(1) An agency's behavior support policy must identify appropriate and specific methods of behavior support for foster children.(2) An agency shall ensure that methods of behavior support for a foster child are positive, consistent, and compassionate based on each foster child's needs, stage of development, and behavior, and promote self-regulation, self-esteem, and independence.(3) All the following are prohibited: (a) Corporal punishment, any type of restraint, including physical, chemical, mechanical, or noxious substances; or any kind of punishment inflicted on the body.(b) Confinement or seclusion in an area such as a closet or a room.(c) Withholding food, clothing, rest, toilet use, or entrance to the foster home.(d) Mental or emotional cruelty.(e) Verbal abuse, threats, including the use of derogatory or discriminatory language, negative references to the child's or the child's family SOGIE, yelling at youth, ridicule, or humiliation.(f) Prohibiting visits or communication with a foster child's family.(g) Denial of necessary educational, medical, mental health, or social work services.Mich. Admin. Code R. 400.12313
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