Many professional organizations have positions against the use of solitary confinement, especially for youth.
American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
American Correctional Association
American Psychiatric Association *includes language in position statement against juveniles in adult facilities
American Psychological Association
American Public Health Association
National Council of Juvenile and Family Court Judges
National Commission on Correctional Healthcare
New England Journal of Medicine Perspective
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration