Effectiveness of Mindfulness-Based Interventions in Occupational Therapy: A Systematic Review.
Effectiveness of Mindfulness-Based Interventions in Occupational Therapy: A Systematic Review.
- # Mindfulness-based Interventions
- # Occupational Therapy Practice
- # Occupational Therapy
- # Field Of Occupational Therapy
- # Effectiveness Of Mindfulness-Based Interventions
- # Interventions In Occupational Therapy
- # Occupational Therapy Education
- # Health-related Quality Of Life
- # Creative Activities
- # Narrative Synthesis
- Research Article
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- 10.5014/ajot.2011.09160
- Jan 1, 2011
- The American Journal of Occupational Therapy
Is Occupational Therapy Adequately Meeting the Needs of People With Chronic Pain?
- Research Article
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- 10.5014/ajot.2011.000885
- Jul 1, 2011
- The American Journal of Occupational Therapy
More Than Good Intentions: Advancing Adherence to Therapy Recommendations
- Research Article
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- 10.4103/ijoth.ijoth_64_22
- Jul 1, 2022
- The Indian Journal of Occupational Therapy
Background: Global health care is moving toward function, quality of life, and occupation. Occupational therapy (OT) has been the only profession using “occupation” as core intervention since inception. With advancements in intervention techniques, occupational therapists (OTs) need to ensure the continued use of “occupation” as core intervention type. Previous surveys were conducted to analyze the use of specific intervention types: occupation-based interventions (OBIs), creative activities, acute-hospital-based rehabilitation, and different interventions used in pediatric OT practice. However, information on OT practices and types of interventions used by Indian OTs versus global OTs is unavailable. Objectives: The objective of this study was to analyze differences, if any, in the OT practices and types of interventions frequently used in daily practice by Indian versus global OTs. Study Design: This was an online, survey-based, cross-sectional study. Methods: The Google Forms questionnaire link was sent to OTs on E-mail with electronic written informed consent from May 2020 to March 2021 using convenient sampling. The questionnaire included participant's demographics, 17 clinical practice areas, and 9 intervention types and factors influencing OT practice. Total 201 (84 Indian OTs and 117 global OTs) fulfilled the selection criteria: OTs with at least bachelor's degree and minimum 3 years of work experience. Results: Indian OT workforce showed significantly more male OTs than global OTs (31 [36.9%] vs. 11 [9.4%]; 95% confidence interval [CI]: [0.0236–0.2964]; P = 0.0001) and OTs with master's degree (56 [66.7%] vs. 41 [35.04%]; 95% CI: [0.1852–0.4480]; P = 0.0001). Global OTs have more OTs with additional qualifications in non-OT fields (58 [49.57%] vs. 27 [32.10%]; 95% CI: [−0.3088–−0.0406]; P = 0.013) and more OTDs (13 [11.11%] vs. 1 [1.23%]; 95% CI: [−0.1641–−0.0335]; P = 0.006) than Indian OTs. Indian OTs practiced significantly more in the private sector: clinic and hospital (52 [61.90%] vs. 40 [35.80%]; 95% CI: [0.1273–0.3947]; P = 0.0001), whereas global OTs practiced significantly more in the government sector (46 [39.31%] vs. 19 [22.61%]; 95% CI: [−0.2930–−0.0410); P = 0.0124). Among the organizational roles, Indian OTs work significantly more as consultants (50 [50.95%] vs. 35 [29.91%]; 95% CI: [0.0751–0.3457]; P = 0.0001) while global OTs work significantly more as managers (36 [30.76%] vs. 12 [14.28%]; 95% CI: [−0.2770–−0.0526]; P = 0.0069). Among patient population treated, Indian OTs majorly (54.76%) treat children (up to 15 years) but significantly more in “all age groups” (35 [41.67%] vs. 18 [15.38%]; 95% CI: [0.1388–0.3870]; P = 0.0001) while global OTs treat significantly more adults (21–65 years) (61 [52.13%] vs. 25 [29.76%]; 95% CI: [−0.3569– −0.0905]; P = 0.0015) and geriatric (>65 years) (50 [42.73%] vs. 17 [20.23%]; 95% CI: [−0.3492–0.1008]; P = 0.0008). Indian OTs practice significantly more in developmental disability rehabilitation (78 [92.85%] vs. 68 [58.11%]; 95% CI: [0.2424–0.4524]; P = 0.0001), ante- and postnatal women's care (15 [17.85%] vs. 3 [2.56%]; 95% CI: [0.0662–0.2396]; P = 0.00018), and hemophiliac rehabilitation (14 [16.67%] vs. 2 [1.70%]; 95% CI: [0.0666–0.2328]; P = 0.00012) areas of practice than global OTs. Indian OTs practice significantly more in clinic outpatient department (OPD) (62 [73.80%] vs. 55 [47%]; 95% CI: [0.1375–03985]; P = 0.0001), hospital OPD (40 [47.61%] vs. 27 [23.07%]; 95% CI: [0.1141–0.3767]; P = 0.0002), and inpatient (37 [44.04%] vs. 30 [25.64%]; 95% CI: [0.0516–0.3164]; P = 0.0006) while global OTs practice significantly more in natural environment settings (53 [45.29%] vs. 24 [28.57%]; 95% CI: [−0.2994–−0.0350]; P = 0.016). Most preferred types of interventions among both groups are relatively the same: client education, counseling, and consultation and interview; therapeutic relationships; and therapeutic use of self. Besides these, Indian OTs prefer performance skills training and adaptive interventions, while global OTs prefer activities as therapeutic media and OBIs over other types. Preventive interventions and advocacy were the least preferred types of intervention among each group. Despite these relative preferences, significant differences were found between groups with regard to number of OTs practicing these 5 types of interventions: client education, counseling, and consultation (46 [54.76%] vs. 47 [40.17%]; 95% CI: [0.0073–0.2845]; P = 0.04]; performance skills training (41 [48.80%] vs. 34 [29.05%]; 95% CI: [0.0626–0.3324]; P = 0.004); preventive intervention and health promotion (29 [34.5%] vs. 24 [20.51%]; 95% CI: [0.0148–0.308]; P = 0.026]; adaptive interventions (39 [46.42%] vs. 23 [19.65%]; 95% CI: [0.1390–0.3964]; P = 0.001]; and preparatory interventions: (35 [41.67%] vs. 28 [23.93%]; 95% CI: [0.0467–0.3081]; P = 0.0075). Conclusion: The study provides the current stand for preferences and practices of therapeutic interventions by OTs in India versus globally, thus aiding in repositioning of OT practice, focusing on core OT domains as well as providing a baseline for monitoring practice trends over time.
- Research Article
- 10.5014/ajot.2022.76s3012
- Nov 1, 2022
- The American Journal of Occupational Therapy
Official documents and professional policies are approved by the AOTA Representative Assembly and undergo scheduled review and approval by the Representative Assembly Coordinating Committee (RACC). These documents are used by the Association and its membership to guide education, practice, advocacy, and policy on behalf of the profession. The documents are a valuable resource for occupational therapy practitioners and provide a solid grounding in the profession for students, consumers, and external stakeholders.Items in bold are new for 2022 and are available in this supplement to the American Journal of Occupational Therapy. Official documents are periodically reviewed, and documents may be superseded by newer versions or rescinded. A complete list of the most current documents is available at https://www.aota.org/practice/practice-essentials/aota-official-documents.Guidance documents provide comprehensive perspective and guidance on topics that shape advancement of the profession and its future direction. ▪ Guidelines for Documentation of Occupational Therapy (2018)▪ Guidelines for Occupational Therapy Services in Early Intervention and Schools (2017)▪ Guidelines for Reentry Into the Field of Occupational Therapy (2020)▪ Guidelines for Supervision, Roles, and Responsibilities During the Delivery of Occupational Therapy Services (2020)▪ Occupational Therapy Practice Framework: Domain and Process, 4th Edition (2020)▪ The Practice of Occupational Therapy in Feeding, Eating, and Swallowing (2017)▪ A Descriptive Review of Occupational Therapy Education (2016)▪ Scholarship in Occupational Therapy (2022)Position statements present an official stance on the provision of services, practice of occupational therapy, or role of occupational therapy. They are developed in response to a professional issue, concern, or need. ▪ COE Academic Terminal Degree (2022)▪ Assistive Technology and Occupational Performance (2016)▪ Autism Spectrum Disorders Across the Life Course and Occupational Therapy Services (2022)▪ Cognition, Cognitive Rehabilitation, and Occupational Performance (2019)▪ Continuing Professional Development in Occupational Therapy (2016)▪ Driving and Community Mobility (2016)▪ Fieldwork Level II and Occupational Therapy Students (2018)▪ Importance of Collaborative Occupational Therapist-Occupational Therapy Assistant Intraprofessional Education in Occupational Therapy Curricula (2017)▪ Importance of Interprofessional Education for Occupational Therapy (2022)▪ Importance of Primary Care Education in Occupational Therapy Curricula (2017)▪ Inclusive Environments: Home, Work, Public Spaces, Technology, and Specialty Environments (2022)▪ Mental Health Promotion, Prevention, and Intervention in Occupational Therapy Practice (2017)▪ Occupational Therapy and Complementary Health Approaches and Integrative Health (2016)▪ Occupational Therapy Doctoral Capstone: Purpose and Value (2022)▪ Occupational Therapy Fieldwork Education: Value and Purpose (2022)▪ Occupational Therapy for Children and Youth Using Sensory Integration Theory and Methods in School-Based Practice (2015)▪ Occupational Therapy in the Promotion of Health and Well-Being (2019)▪ Occupational Therapy Scope of Practice (2021)▪ Occupational Therapy Services for Individuals Who Have Experienced Domestic Violence (2017)▪ Occupational Therapy Services in Facilitating Work Participation and Performance (2017)▪ Occupational Therapy Services in the Promotion of Mental Health and Well-Being (2016)▪ Occupational Therapy’s Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (2020)▪ Occupational Therapy’s Perspective on the Use of Environments and Contexts to Facilitate Health, Well-Being, and Participation in Occupations (2015)▪ Occupational Therapy’s Role in Case Management (2018)▪ Occupational Therapy’s Role in Medication Management (2017)▪ Occupational Therapy’s Role in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (2018)▪ Occupational Therapy’s Role With Chronic Conditions (2022)▪ Philosophical Base of Occupational Therapy (2017)▪ Philosophy of Occupational Therapy Education (2018)▪ Role of Occupational Therapy in End-of-Life Care (2016)▪ Role of Occupational Therapy in Pain Management (2021)▪ Physical Agents and Mechanical Modalities (2018)▪ Role of Occupational Therapy in Primary Care (2020)▪ Role of Occupational Therapy in Wound Management (2018)▪ Telehealth in Occupational Therapy (2018)▪ Value of Occupational Therapy Assistant Education to the Profession (2019)▪ Vestibular Impairment, Vestibular Rehabilitation, and Occupational Performance (2017)Professional standards describe and define minimal standards for practice, continued competence, and other professional behaviors. ▪ AOTA 2020 Code of Ethics▪ Standards for Continuing Competence (2021)▪ Standards of Practice for Occupational Therapy (2021)Societal statements are written in the form of public announcements and identify a societal issue of concern; state how the issue affects the participation of individuals, families, groups, or communities in society; and may offer action to be taken by individuals, families, groups, or communities. ▪ AOTA’s Societal Statement Denouncing Conversion “Therapy” (2022)▪ AOTA’s Societal Statement on Disaster Response and Risk Reduction (2017)▪ AOTA’s Societal Statement on Community Violence (2022)▪ AOTA’s Societal Statement on Gun Violence (2022)▪ AOTA’s Societal Statement on Health Disparities (2013)▪ AOTA’s Societal Statement on Health Literacy (2016)▪ AOTA’s Societal Statement on Livable Communities (2016)▪ AOTA’s Societal Statement on Stress, Trauma, and Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (2017)▪ AOTA’s Societal Statement on Youth Violence (2016)▪ Specialized Knowledge and Skills of Occupational Therapy Educators of the Future (2009)
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- 10.5014/ajot.2021.75s3offdoc
- Jan 13, 2022
- The American journal of occupational therapy : official publication of the American Occupational Therapy Association
Official documents and professional policies are approved by the AOTA Representative Assembly and undergo scheduled review and approval by the Representative Assembly Coordinating Committee (RACC). These documents are used by the Association and its membership to guide education, practice, advocacy, and policy on behalf of the profession. The documents are a valuable resource for occupational therapy practitioners and provide a solid grounding in the profession for students, consumers, and external stakeholders.The Representative Assembly adopted the RACC Standard Operating Procedures, Attachment A, at the fall online meeting in November 2020. As a result of this motion, the types of official documents have been renamed and are categorized and described below.Items in bold are new for 2021 and are available in this supplement to the American Journal of Occupational Therapy. Official documents are periodically reviewed, and documents may be superseded by newer versions or rescinded. A complete list of the most current documents is available at https://www.aota.org.Guidance documents provide comprehensive perspective and guidance on topics that shape advancement of the profession and its future direction. Guidelines for Documentation of Occupational Therapy (2018)Guidelines for Occupational Therapy Services in Early Intervention and Schools (2017)Guidelines for Reentry Into the Field of Occupational Therapy (2020)Guidelines for Supervision, Roles, and Responsibilities During the Delivery of Occupational Therapy Services (2020)Occupational Therapy Practice Framework: Domain and Process, 4th Edition (2020)The Practice of Occupational Therapy in Feeding, Eating, and Swallowing (2017)A Descriptive Review of Occupational Therapy Education (2016)Scholarship in Occupational Therapy (2016)Position statements present an official stance on the provision of services, practice of occupational therapy, or role of occupational therapy. They are developed in response to a professional issue, concern, or need. Academic Terminal Degree (2017)Assistive Technology and Occupational PerformanceCognition, Cognitive Rehabilitation, and Occupational Performance (2019)Complex Environmental Modifications (2015)Continuing Professional Development in Occupational Therapy (2016)Driving and Community Mobility (2016)Fieldwork Level II and Occupational Therapy Students (2018)Importance of Collaborative Occupational Therapist-Occupational Therapy Assistant Intraprofessional Education in Occupational Therapy Curricula (2017)Importance of Interprofessional Education in Occupational Therapy Curricula (2015)Importance of Primary Care Education in Occupational Therapy Curricula (2017)Mental Health Promotion, Prevention, and Intervention in Occupational Therapy Practice (2017)Obesity and Occupational Therapy (2013)Occupational Therapy and Complementary Health Approaches and Integrative Health (2016)Occupational Therapy Fieldwork Education: Value and Purpose (2016)Occupational Therapy for Children and Youth Using Sensory Integration Theory and Methods in School-Based Practice (2015)Occupational Therapy in the Promotion of Health and Well-Being (2019)Occupational Therapy Scope of Practice (2021)Occupational Therapy Services for Individuals Who Have Experienced Domestic Violence (2017)Occupational Therapy Services in Facilitating Work Participation and Performance (2017)Occupational Therapy Services in the Promotion of Mental Health and Well-Being (2016)Occupational Therapy’s Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (2020)Occupational Therapy’s Perspective on the Use of Environments and Contexts to Facilitate Health, Well-Being, and Participation in Occupations (2015)Occupational Therapy’s Role in Case Management (2018)Occupational Therapy’s Role in Medication Management (2017)Occupational Therapy’s Role in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (2018)Philosophical Base of Occupational Therapy (2017)Philosophy of Occupational Therapy Education (2018)Role of Occupational Therapy in End-of-Life Care (2016)Role of Occupational Therapy in Pain Management (2021)Physical Agents and Mechanical Modalities (2018)Role of Occupational Therapy in Primary Care (2020)Role of Occupational Therapy in Wound Management (2018)Scope of Occupational Therapy Services for Individuals With An Autism Spectrum Disorder Across The Life Course (2015)Telehealth in Occupational Therapy (2018)Value of Occupational Therapy Assistant Education to the Profession (2019)Vestibular Impairment, Vestibular Rehabilitation, and Occupational Performance (2017)Professional standards describe and define minimal standards for practice, continued competence, and other professional behaviors. AOTA 2020 Code of EthicsStandards for Continuing Competence (2021)Standards of Practice for Occupational Therapy (2021)Societal statements are written in the form of public announcements and identify a societal issue of concern; state how the issue affects the participation of individuals, families, groups, or communities in society; and may offer action to be taken by individuals, families, groups, or communities. AOTA’s Societal Statement on Disaster Response and Risk Reduction (2017)AOTA’s Societal Statement on Health Disparities (2013)AOTA’s Societal Statement on Health Literacy (2016)AOTA’s Societal Statement on Livable Communities (2016)AOTA’s Societal Statement on Stress, Trauma, and Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (2017)AOTA’s Societal Statement on Youth Violence (2016)
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- 10.26681/jote.2022.060109
- Jan 1, 2022
- Journal of Occupational Therapy Education
Professionalism in occupational therapy has been challenging to define due to differing values and behaviors across contexts and professions. There is a difference between how occupational therapy students and faculty view and comprehend professionalism suggesting that occupational therapists may not have an established sense of professionalism when entering the health care field for the first time. The study's purpose was to examine occupational therapy faculty’s perceptions of essential professional behavior attributes that students should possess to succeed in occupational therapy practice. This study utilized a survey methodology to anonymously collect opinions from 150 occupational therapy faculty members across the United States regarding professional behavior attributes essential for entry-level occupational therapy education. Researchers found that the five most frequently observed professional behavior attributes in occupational therapy students were empathy, enthusiasm, being personable, having a positive attitude, and responsibility. The top seven most important professional behavior attributes were being clinically competent and ethical, having communication and interpersonal skills, and being adaptable, responsible, and empathetic. The results of this study indicate that occupational therapy faculty perceive that many vital attributes contribute to professionalism within the occupational therapy field and that teaching professionalism is an integral part of occupational therapy education. This study contributes to the current literature of defining professionalism within occupational therapy to better equip occupational therapy students entering into practice.
- Book Chapter
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- 10.1007/978-3-319-93230-9_4
- Jan 1, 2018
Occupational therapy is a client-centred profession seeking to enable people to attain/maintain good health and well-being through their participation in daily life activities. Recent developments in the profession have heightened the need for the inclusion of ethics from an African perspective and also the importance of the involvement of all stakeholders namely, occupational therapy students, educators, clinicians, regulatory bodies and the population being served. The first section focusses on the current gaps and challenges in ethics within the practice of occupational therapy in Africa. A synthesis of African literature is provided on how ethical issues are addressed in occupational therapy education and practices. Contextualised examples of ethical issues encountered by students, educators and therapists are presented. The second section of this chapter discusses the socialised model which promotes the principle of respect for patient autonomy and protection of patients’ rights and the mutual relationship model which promotes the cultural belief, bio-psychosocial and patient-centred approaches. Furthermore, the integration of the ethical principles, legal expectations, policies and Acts that govern the occupational therapy profession are highlighted. Furthermore, the unique ethical dilemmas faced by occupational therapists practising in Africa are emphasised. In the third section, the relevance of ethics in material principles of distributive justice in occupational therapy practice in Africa is presented, specifically given the resource-poor nature of many African countries. The concept of occupational justice is evolving and gaining recognition among occupational therapists and occupational scientists in Africa and its implications in ethics are further explored in this section. In the last section, recommendations are provided for maintaining ethical standards in line with the ambit and ethos of the profession. In the conclusion, areas that require further research in ethical practice of occupational therapy with individuals, groups and communities in the African context are elucidated.
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- 10.1111/1440-1630.12521
- Oct 1, 2018
- Australian occupational therapy journal
Special Issue: Innovations in occupational therapy measurement.
- Research Article
- 10.4103/ijoth.ijoth_31_19
- Jan 1, 2020
- The Indian Journal of Occupational Therapy
Background: The provision of assistive devices (ADs) to enable function is a well-established component of occupational therapy (OT) practice. However, multiple client and therapist factors prevent the utilization of ADs in practice. Objectives: This study aimed to explore the utilization of ADs in OT practice in Tamil Nadu (TN). Study Design: The survey research design was used to conduct this study. A ten-item electronic survey was developed based on the research question. Methods: The survey was E-mailed to 295 occupational therapists in TN identified through convenience sampling. The survey link was also shared on four WhatsApp Messenger groups (Tamil Nadu Branch of All India Occupational Therapists' Association Official Group, OTist Group, Clinic OT, and Santosh Alumni) with many occupational therapists belonging to TN (snowball sampling). Data were collected between August 29, 2019, and September 20, 2019. Results: Thirty-five occupational therapists responded to the survey. Writing and eating utensils were the commonly prescribed ADs in TN OT practice. Client factors, cultural factors, lack of availability, cost, and therapists' skill may contribute to the limited usage of ADs in Indian OT practice. Innovating low-cost culturally acceptable ADs, educating stakeholders, and training practitioners on how to prescribe/utilize ADs in practice may mitigate the barriers related to ADs use. Conclusion: The usage of ADs in TN OT practice is limited. Multiple factors affect the utilization of ADs in the Indian context of practice. A multipronged approach focusing on innovative device development, advocacy, and skill development is needed to promote the utilization of ADs in Indian OT practice.
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- 10.17159/2310-3833/2024/vol54no1a10
- Apr 1, 2024
- South African Journal of Occupational Therapy
Introduction: The Occupational Therapy Association of South African commissioned a task team to gather evidence that would inform upcoming National Health policies on the role and practice of occupational therapists. This rapid review aimed to identify level 1 and 2 peer reviewed published evidence that describes occupational therapists’ practice and intervention in all types of burn injuries, at all levels of care, and for all age groups. Method: Using the South African Department of Health template and the Cochran Rapid Reviews method guide, a search for level 1 and 2 evidence sourced articles from CINAHL (EBSCO), MEDLINE (EBSCO), the Cochrane Library (Wiley) and OTSeeker data bases through the Stellenbosch University library with hand searching of references in the selected articles. Rayyan was used for the screening and selection of articles. The CASP appraisal tool was used for risk bias and quality assessment of the selected articles. Data was captured in Excel and Word, and analysed and synthesised in Microsoft Excel and Taguette. Results were presented in the form of an online workshop to stakeholders and discussions and questions incorporated into the discussion and conclusion of this review. Results: Eleven articles were selected and their quality assessed. Seven categories of evidence of occupational therapy interventions were extracted from selected articles: pain, oedema, scaring and abnormal skin sensations, joints and range of motion, psycho-social and functional impact of burn injuries, the education of burn injury victims and their families, and vocational rehabilitation. All interventions took place in healthcare facilities. Nine articles referred to occupational therapists working in multi-disciplinary teams. Occupational therapist worked with children and adult burn injury victims and with a variety of type of burn injury from acute to post discharge phases. Conclusion: There is level 1 and 2 evidence conderming occupational therapy intervention with burn injury victims with all ages and at all stages of injury within healthcare facilities. None of the evidence found is from the South African context. Such levels of evidence are needed to promote occupational therapy intervention in primary, preventative and community contexts. Implications for practice: Internationally there is level 1 and 2 evidence that conderms occupational therapists are members of multi-disciplinary teams addressing the functional ability and participation in activities of burn injury victims. None of this evidence is from South Africa. As a matter of priority, South African clinical occupational therapy practice and intervention within the deeld of burn injury, need to be researched and disseminated as level 1 and 2 evidence
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- 10.1002/acr.25122
- May 25, 2023
- Arthritis Care & Research
Occupational Therapy Is a Vital Member of the Interprofessional Team-Based Approach for the Management of Rheumatoid Arthritis: Applying the 2022 American College of Rheumatology Guideline for Exercise, Rehabilitation, Diet, and Additional Integrative Interventions for Rheumatoid Arthritis.
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- 10.1080/11038128.2020.1775884
- Jun 18, 2020
- Scandinavian Journal of Occupational Therapy
Background: This article is based on a common understanding of the concept of creative activities as intervention, as described in occupational therapy literature. Historically, creative activities have been used as intervention in occupational therapy. There is, however, a lack of clarity in descriptions of the concept.Aims/Objectives: To investigate and clarify the concept of creative activities as intervention (CaI) and to validate the findings in occupational therapy practice.Material and methods: A selection of articles according to PRISMA resulted in 15 articles, analysed with concept analysis. The results were validated by a reference panel of seven occupational therapists using a questionnaire and data was analysed by descriptive statistics.Results: Five attributes defined CaI: (1) Often consisting of elements of art and craft using mind and body, (2) Being experienced as meaningful, (3) Creating creative processes, (4) Developing skills, enhancing occupational performance and managing everyday life, and (5) Being easy to modify individually or in groups with different approaches. Three cases were generated from the attributes to illustrate the integrity of the analysis.Conclusions and significance: The results led to a description of CaI that could facilitate future research communication and common definition in occupational therapy practice.
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- 10.5014/ajot.2010.09080
- May 1, 2010
- The American Journal of Occupational Therapy
Rehabilitation Research
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- 10.5014/ajot.2022.049322
- Sep 1, 2022
- The American journal of occupational therapy : official publication of the American Occupational Therapy Association
The lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, asexual, and other dissident gender and sexuality (LGBTQIA+) population is prone to experiencing violence and social deprivation. Although occupational therapy research and practice has addressed populations experiencing various forms of discrimination, few studies have focused on the LGBTQIA+ population as an area of concern. To map, characterize, and analyze peer-reviewed journal articles related to the LGBTQIA+ population in the occupational therapy literature. We searched for journal articles published up to December 2021 indexed in the Virtual Health Library, CINAHL, SciELO Citation Index, SCOPUS, and Web of Science. We used Arksey and O'Malley's methodology and the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses extension for Scoping Reviews (PRISMA-ScR) extension for scoping reviews. Included articles articulated occupational therapy practice, education, research, and theoretical analysis in relation to LGBTQIA+. Forty-three articles published from 1987 to 2021 met the inclusion criteria. They included 28 research articles, 9 reflection articles, 3 experience reports, and 3 literature reviews. Articles primarily offered general recommendations and possible professional contributions. More studies that seek to ascertain the effectiveness and limitations of occupational therapy practice with the LGBTQIA+ population are needed. With its diverse theoretical and methodological assumptions, occupational therapy can offer support so that professionals can alleviate these people's suffering in oppressive conditions and contribute to a more just society. What This Article Adds: This scoping review provides an overview of academic publications in occupational therapy on the LGBTQIA+ population, identifies dominant topics and gaps in this context, and points to ways to advance occupational therapy's contributions and actions that consider the needs and demands of people of dissident genders and sexualities.
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- 10.5014/ajot.2025.051001
- Apr 9, 2025
- The American journal of occupational therapy : official publication of the American Occupational Therapy Association
The role of occupational therapy in the rehabilitation of adults with persistent postconcussion symptoms (PPCS) following mild traumatic brain injury is an emerging practice area. Research that contributes to growing knowledge and understanding of the profession's role may increase the recognition and visibility of occupational therapy in concussion rehabilitation programs. To identify and categorize (using World Health Organization International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health [WHO ICF] One-Level Classification domains) existing literature that describes occupational therapy practice (including assessments and interventions) in the rehabilitation of adults with PPCS. Five scientific databases (MEDLINE, Embase, Emcare, PsycINFO, and CINAHL Complete) and gray literature were searched. Eligibility criteria included publications between 2013 and 2023, written in English, and within the peer-reviewed literature or on specified web domains (.gov, .edu, or .org). Nineteen publications from 16 sources met eligibility criteria, consisting of quantitative studies (n = 6); case studies, series, or reports (n = 3); qualitative studies (n = 2); systematic or scoping literature reviews (n = 2); and gray literature sources (n = 3). The United States was the origin for many sources (n = 10). Assessments and interventions reported were heterogenous, mapping across 27 of the 30 WHO ICF One-Level Classifications. Evidence to inform occupational therapy practice in adult PPCS rehabilitation is limited; however, some useful information about the assessments and interventions used by occupational therapists was found. At a time when considerable advancements in concussion rehabilitation are occurring, further research on evidence-informed occupational therapy practice is required. Plain-Language Summary: This study reviewed existing evidence about the role of occupational therapy in the rehabilitation of adults with persistent postconcussion symptoms (PPCS). It identifies and methodically documents a range of occupational therapy assessments and interventions described in the literature that may be used by occupational therapists within concussion rehabilitation programs or research. The study also categorizes these by using an internationally recognized taxonomy, the World Health Organization's International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health. The review offers a novel synthesis of published evidence to guide occupational therapy practice and inform resource allocation in concussion rehabilitation. It also highlights the need for further research about the role of occupational therapy-including both high-quality evidence of current approaches and identification of future practice opportunities-in the rehabilitation of adults experiencing PPCS following brain injury.
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