The purpose of this study was to examine the lived experience of individuals with a brain injury as they engage in occupations in their community, including employment, shopping, and attending social events. Brain injuries...
Participation in group-based dance activities is thought to positively impact a child's overall health and wellness. Though researchers have investigated the effects dance has on a person's overall health and wellness, Kids...
The purpose of this study was to use an occupational therapy perspective to examine possible social barriers, current programming and possible considerations to improve social support resources for students with autism spectrum...
The purpose of this Doctoral Capstone Experience (DCE) was to create a one time, educational session, "Caring for those who Care," for caregivers of cancer survivors at the Indianapolis chapter of Cancer Support Community...
Manspeaker, Trevor, Szymaszek, Karolina, Gaerke, Kyra-Jo, and Mokil, Emily
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Borderline personality disorder (BPD) is characterized by intense emotions, self-harm, low or unstable self-image, and risky behaviors, among other symptoms (American Psychiatric Association, 2013). The purpose of this study...
Background: The profession of occupational therapy is in need of a framework to guide practitioner understanding of the complex occupational nature of sexuality and intimacy, including assessment, intervention design, and...
Background: Having a disability may have a negative impact on a person's experience of sexuality and intimacy (Esmail et al., 2007) and the topic is often excluded in the day to day practice of occupational therapy (Hattjar,...
As the war in Syria moves into its ninth year, millions of displaced people continue to flee the region seeking protection. Europe is portrayed as facing an enormous crisis with thousands of refugees flocking to its shores. The...