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Can sensory gallery guides for children with sensory processing challenges improve their museum experience?
(Journal of Museum Education, 2018-01-26)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. ... -
A comparison of two computer-assisted cognitive training program outcomes for breast cancer survivors: A pilot study
(대한작업치료학회지 [Korean Journal of Occupational Therapy], 2019)PURPOSE: Breast cancer survivors(BCS) have memory, attention, processing speed, and/or executive function impairment affecting their quality of life(QOL) and function. Study aims were: (1) compare computer-assisted cognitive ... -
Considering the museum experience of children with autism
(The Museum Journal, 2016-01)This article reports on a study that was designed to provide insight about the barriers that limit families with children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) from visiting fine arts museums. Parents (N=54), and staff and ... -
Construct validity of the Participation and Sensory Environment Questionnaire-Teacher Version
(Assessment for Effective Intervention, 2018)The Participation and Sensory Environment Questionnaire–Teacher Version (PSEQ-TV) is a teacher report questionnaire designed to examine the impact of the sensory environment on participation for preschool children with ... -
Creative thinking in schools: Finding the "Just Right" challenge for students
(Gifted Child Today, 2011)Spurred on by explosive technological developments and unprecedented access to information, leaders in the fields of business, industry, and education are all calling for creative, innovative workers. In an atmosphere of ... -
Does handwriting instruction have a place in the instructional day? The relationship between handwriting quality and academic success
(Cogent Education, 2017-10)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 ... -
Does handwriting instruction have a place in the instructional day? The relationship between handwriting quality and academic success
(Cogent Education, 2017-10-03)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 ... -
Effect of an Occupation-Based Program for Women With Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Who Are Incarcerated
(Annals of International Occupational Therapy, 2019-09-23)OBJECTIVE:This study evaluated the effect of an occupation-based program on the occupational performance and participation of incarcerated women with intellectual and developmental disabilities. -
Effects of cognitive status on life participation of cancer survivors
(Open Journal of Occupational Therapy, 2014)The purposes of this study were to identify the cognitive status of cancer survivors, determine the effect of cognitive status on function and participation in daily activities, and explore how cancer survivors perceive ... -
The effects of creative reminiscing on individuals with dementia and their caregivers: A pilot study
(Physical & Occupational Therapy in Geriatrics: Current Trends in Geriatric Rehabilitation, 2014-02-25)Reminiscing is known to enhance well-being, increase social participation and provide opportunities for self-expression. However, while reminiscing activities have become standard in many memory care facilities, their ... -
The effects of the leisure activity of coloring on post-test anxiety in graduate level occupational therapy students
(The Open Journal of Occupational Therapy, 2019)Background: This study examined the effects of the leisure activity of coloring on the anxiety levels of graduate level occupational therapy students after taking a high stress exam. This study also examined the effects ... -
Experiences of therapists and occupational therapy students using video conferencing in conduction of focus groups
(The Qualitative Report, 2014)A paucity of literature exists on how to conduct an online focus group. The purpose of this study is to describe and learn from participants’ experiences in using virtual technology in a focus group conducted to refine a ... -
Exploring How Live Theaters Promote Participation for Children with Special Needs
(Physical & Occupational Therapy In Pediatrics, 2017-09)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 ... -
Exploring how live theaters promote participation for children with special needs
(Physical & Occupational Therapy in Pediatrics, 2017-09-13)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 ... -
Factors influencing adherence to an app-based exercise program in adolescents with painful hyperkyphosis
(Scoliosis and Spinal Disorders, 2018)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 ... -
Factors that bring meaning to mementos created by elders
(Aging & Mental Health, 2016-02-01)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, ... -
Fine arts museums and occupational therapy collaborations promote inclusion for children with autism spectrum disorder
(CultureWork: A Periodic Broadside for Arts & Culture Works, 2018-05-25)This program description details an ongoing collaboration between Texas Woman’s University (TWU) master of occupational therapy students and the Dallas Museum of Art’s (DMA) Autism Awareness Family Celebrations (AAFC), ... -
Functional improvement in older adults after a falls prevention pilot study
(The Open Journal of Occupational Therapy, 2013-02)Falls are a costly, disabling, and life-threatening risk in the elderly. Improvements in physical function, balance, lower extremity strength, and health-related quality of life are hypothesized to help mitigate fall risk. ... -
The impact of instructional method on the application of Kinesio taping® techniques for occupational therapy students
(Journal of Occupational Therapy Education, 2017-01)This research utilized a crossover study design to analyze the differences in learner satisfaction, confidence, and accuracy when comparing in-person, video, and written instructional methods. The study was conducted on ... -
Influence of Evidence-based Instructional Methods on Student Self-Perceptions of Preparation for Level II Fieldwork: A Preliminary Qualitative Report
(2015-10-20)This poster presents results of a preliminary qualitative study to determine whether delivery of a capstone course, using evidence-based methods, would improve occupational therapy students’ self-perception of Level II ...
