Search Results - "The British journal of occupational therapy"

Engagement in meaningful occupations for people with dementia: A valuable source for maintaining the quality of life in institutional settings by Kristensen, Hanne Kaae

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Acceptability and usability of assistive equipment and technology by individuals with multiple sclerosis: A qualitative study with occupational therapists by Barnett, Courtney, Murphy, Angela, Cezar da Cruz, Daniel

“…Introduction: Assistive equipment and technology (AE&T) is often part of occupational therapy practice for individuals with multiple sclerosis (MS). We aim to…”
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Doing, being, becoming and belonging in forging professional identity: Lived experiences of occupational therapists’ professional identity currently working in physical health community roles in the UK by French, Emily Rosalyn, Clarke, Channine

“…Introduction: Professional identity is a multifaceted conceptual term combining behaviours, knowledge, skills, values, beliefs, contextual and socio-cultural…”
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Research priority 8: What is the role or impact of occupational therapy in reducing hospital admissions? by Harding, Georgia, Markham, Sarah

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Embedding research within occupational therapy pre-registration training: A concept mapping study engaging staff and student voices by Hackett, Katie L, Atkin, Helen, Kamalakannan, Sureshkumar, Murray Mendes, Savannah, Lowe, Julie Anne, Whitehead, Phillip, Bradley, Gemma

“…Introduction: Occupational therapists require research and evaluation skills to deliver evidence-based care, making research education integral to their…”
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Using time diaries to inform occupational therapy practice for people with Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome: An exploratory study by Roxburgh, Rachel, Hughes, Julie, Milgate, Wendy

“…Introduction: Myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome affects an individual’s occupational participation. There is little understanding in Australia…”
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Assistive technology: Occupational therapy assessment and services for people with dementia by Curnow, Eleanor, Maclean, Fiona, McCormack, Brendan

“…Introduction: Research suggests that services are not effectively providing suitable assistive technology for people with dementia. There is a need to…”
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The problems and potential for emotional labour in occupational therapy by Hings, Rebecca F, Furmaniak, Katarzyna, Dunford, Carolyn, Wagstaff, Christopher RD

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Participant and caregiver experiences of an activities of daily living-focused cognitive stimulation program for individuals with mild-to-moderate dementia (CS-ADL) by Ryan, Simone, Chockalingam, Manigandan, Brady, Orla

“…Background: Individuals with dementia experience a progressive deterioration in their cognitive and functional abilities, and as a result, require support from…”
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Research priority 6: How can occupational therapy services be more inclusive of mental and physical health? by Bennett, Cate, Mottram, Anita

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Positive risk-taking within social care for adults with physical disabilities: A review of guidelines in practice in England by Field, Leanne, Nagy, Liana, Knaggs, Tarnya, Collett, Johnny

“…Introduction: Despite practice guidelines, professionals do not feel confident in implementing positive risk-taking. This may be due to the guidance provided…”
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Research priority seven: What is the role of occupational therapy in supporting self-management? Developing an occupation-centred lens for research and practice by Kinsella, Niamh, King, Julie

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Advancing play participation for all: The challenge of addressing play diversity and inclusion in community parks and playgrounds by Lynch, Helen, Moore, Alice, Edwards, Claire, Horgan, Linda

“…Introduction Outdoor parks and playgrounds are important sites of social inclusion in many urban communities. However, these playspaces are often inaccessible…”
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Assessing physical literacy with school-aged children in occupational therapy practice: An exploratory qualitative study by Clark, Emma, Elliott, Amber, Jerebine, Alethea, Barnett, Lisa M

“…Introduction: Physical literacy (the physical, psychological, social and cognitive capacities needed for movement and physical activity) is arguably important…”
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Occupation- and lifestyle-based mental health interventions – A hallmark for the occupational therapy profession? by Eklund, Mona, Parsonage-Harrison, Jackie, Argentzell, Elisabeth

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Parents’ and carers’ attitudes to the use of digital technology and its role in the care of children with complex needs by Apps, Joanna, Webb, Stephen, Hutton, Eve

“…Introduction: Parent/carers of disabled children want timely and personalized support. Research suggests that technology may address some limitations…”
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The role of Occupational Therapy in community development to combat social isolation and loneliness by Cowen, Kate, Collins, Tracy, Carr, Susan, Wilson Menzfeld, Gemma

“…Background: Social participation activities, an important area of occupation, have been effective in reducing social isolation and loneliness. However, most…”
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Public and professional involvement in a systematic review investigating the impact of occupational therapy on the self-management of rheumatoid arthritis by Gavin, James P, Rossiter, Laura, Fenerty, Vicky, Leese, Jenny, Adams, Jo, Hammond, Alison, Davidson, Eileen, Backman, Catherine L

“…Introduction: Public and health professional involvement (PHPI) is essential in healthcare research yet uncommonly integrated into systematic reviews. We…”
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Perceptions of black and minoritised ethnic occupational therapists on mentoring: A survey by Atwal, Anita, Sriram, Vimal, McKay, Elizabeth Anne

“…Introduction: Mentorship is perceived as a mechanism to enhance career progression. Within occupational therapy, there is little research to demonstrate the…”
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An exploration into the occupational identity of women following breast cancer and treatment: A qualitative study by Hopkins, Courtney, Murphy, Angela, Haythorne, Rebecca, Cezar da Cruz, Daniel

“…Introduction: The number of women surviving after breast cancer is increasing, along with the length of time they are living with the after-effects of…”
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