"It should act as a further call for GPs to carefully examine the reason why those with dementia display agitated behaviour, rather than immediately resorting to antipsychotic medication, " he said.

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The case has prompted criticism from experts, campaigners and families who argue private hospitals such as Winterbourne View are the wrong place to look after people with learning disabilities who display challenging behaviour.

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