Children routinely visit art museums as part of their educational experience and family time, many of them having special needs. The number of children diagnosed with autism and sensory processing disorders is increasing. ...

Objectives: Reminiscing activity groups are commonly seen in various elder care settings This study addresses the impact of reminiscence activity groups, specifically a program where group members create their own mementos, ...

Aim: Increasing usage of cultural arts venues by children with special needs has created a need to optimize participation planning. A team of three occupational therapy graduate students and one faculty researcher was ...

Not everyone develops social behaviors and interaction skills in an expected manner. This study explored the relationship between art making and identity formation in children and adolescents who were identified as having ...

A single case study of the stories told by one occupational therapist about her clients in mental health settings is presented. Qualitative analysis revealed key concepts of the role of the occupational therapist as defined ...

Background: Software applications (apps) could potentially promote exercise adherence. However, it is unclear whether adolescents with painful hyperkyphosis will use an app designed for a home exercise program. The purpose ...

Handwriting is a foundational skill needed by students to demonstrate competency in reading, writing, and math. Occupational therapists who work in schools are tasked with providing remedial services for students who ...

PURPOSE: This dissertation explored predictors of occupational competence and hospital readmission for individuals with chronic health conditions in acute care. It also investigated occupational therapists’ perspectives ...

BACKGROUND: Lymphedema affects a significant number of women with breast cancer. It affects a woman's occupational performance and adaptation, and quality of life. Self-Management Programs (SMP) have been utilized for ...