Training for nurses in preventing and managing aggression is now more common. Thankfully, much of this training has helped staff clarify some of the ethical issues posed by aggressive incidents and has led to safer practices. However, what impact has training had on the way that staff perceive their roles? In this study, Ray Edwards shows how changing practice is changing the expectations of male and female staff

The relationship between gender and physical aggression in the caring services is unclear.

here still like to work with a male member of staff, they still like to have a male around if any situations are about to happen...