title: Principles of a therapeutic milieu: an overview.
abstract: The author provides a concise overview of how the milieu functions of structure, involvement, containment, support, and validation can be used to create a positive treatment environment. Examples of an unhealthy milieu are contrasted with these therapeutic principles.
authors.forename: M
authors.initials: M
authors.lastname: Walker
mesh_terms: D006801:Humans; D008884:Milieu Therapy / Q000458:organization & administration; D009937:Organizational Objectives; D011568:Psychiatric Nursing