{"title":"Exploration of Children's Interoception, Emotional Regulation, or Anxiety and Occupational Participation: A Scoping Review with Narrative Synthesis.","authors":"Nicole Grist, Mong-Lin Yu, Ted Brown","doi":"10.1080/07380577.2025.2567315","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/07380577.2025.2567315","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>During the primary school years, children develop skills and body functions which support their occupational participation in activities like play, self-care, academic learning, social participation, and sleep. Interoception, emotional regulation and anxiety management skills are three body functions that underpin children's occupational participation and performance. This scoping review explored what is known in the published and grey literature about the relationship between interoception and emotional regulation or anxiety, and occupational participation in school-aged children. The review followed the PRISMA Extension for Scoping Reviews (PRISMA-ScR) guidelines for reporting and the methodology was guided by the Joanna Briggs Institute Methodology for Scoping Reviews. Evidence which met the inclusion criteria were critically appraised using the Crowe Critical Appraisal Tool and analyzed using narrative synthesis. Two themes with the capacity to impact childhood occupational participation emerged: (i) interoception and emotional regulation may be related, and (ii) education may improve interoceptive awareness. No anxiety-related themes were identified. This review supports the need for further research to understand the relationship between children's interoception, their ability to regulate their emotions and anxiety, and their impact childhood occupational participation.</p>","PeriodicalId":46157,"journal":{"name":"OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY IN HEALTH CARE","volume":" ","pages":"1-23"},"PeriodicalIF":1.0,"publicationDate":"2025-10-07","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145239801","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Uncertainties in Occupational Participation Among Acute Stroke Survivors: A Qualitative Descriptive Study.","authors":"Mitsutaka Tateishi, Risa Takashima, Toshihiro Honke","doi":"10.1080/07380577.2025.2562928","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/07380577.2025.2562928","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Stroke causes diminished occupational participation from the acute phase, considerably impacting quality of life. We aimed to explore the experiences of diminished occupational participation among acute stroke survivors. We conducted a qualitative thematic analysis on interviews with 12 participants within 3 wk post-onset. Results identified four themes: (1) being at the mercy of uncertain physical recovery, (2) resistance to role loss, (3) disconnection from daily life, and (4) awareness of supporters. This study offers new insights for developing a rehabilitation approach that integrates an occupational perspective from the acute phase. It is important to addresses not only physical recovery, but also prioritize the restoration of meaningful occupational engagement, personal identity reconstruction, and continuity in daily life disrupted by stroke by closely monitoring their fluctuating emotions and promoting awareness of supporters may be effective strategies for client-centred occupational therapy in the acute phase.</p>","PeriodicalId":46157,"journal":{"name":"OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY IN HEALTH CARE","volume":" ","pages":"1-17"},"PeriodicalIF":1.0,"publicationDate":"2025-09-20","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145092564","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Perspectives of Occupational Therapists Toward Robot-Assisted Therapy for Stroke Survivors: A Scoping Review.","authors":"Chirathip Thawisuk, Kaoru Inoue, Natsuka Suyama, Ryosuke Miyadera, Chanitpon Bunyawat","doi":"10.1080/07380577.2025.2560986","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/07380577.2025.2560986","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Robot-assisted therapy, such as exoskeletons and soft robotics gloves, shows promise for stroke rehabilitation by improving upper limb function, although occupational therapists' clinical adoption remains limited. A scoping review was conducted to explore occupational therapists' perspectives regarding barriers, facilitators, and therapeutic impacts of robots. Seven studies with qualitative and mixed-method approaches were analyzed. Findings indicate that while initial skepticism can be overcome with training and hands-on exposure, technical challenges, and operational difficulties hinder usage. Organizational support and robust training emerge as critical factors to enhance the successful integration of robotics into stroke rehabilitation programs effectively.</p>","PeriodicalId":46157,"journal":{"name":"OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY IN HEALTH CARE","volume":" ","pages":"1-17"},"PeriodicalIF":1.0,"publicationDate":"2025-09-19","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145087678","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Instructional Insights: From Classroom to Community-Interprofessional Learning Through Fall Prevention Screening.","authors":"John V Rider, Shannon Martin, Jennifer Nash","doi":"10.1080/07380577.2025.2558853","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/07380577.2025.2558853","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>This article describes an interprofessional, community-based fall prevention screening program informed by Kolb's Experiential Learning Theory and the Interprofessional Education Collaborative (IPEC) core competencies, which connects entry-level occupational therapy and physical therapy doctoral students with community-dwelling older adults using the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) STEADI toolkit. Students work alongside healthcare professionals to assess fall risk, provide education, and offer personalized recommendations. Students reported an enhanced understanding of interprofessional collaboration and fall prevention strategies. The program bridges classroom learning with real-world applications, highlighting the value of experiential education, interprofessional teamwork, and community partnerships in addressing falls among older adults, a critical public health concern.</p>","PeriodicalId":46157,"journal":{"name":"OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY IN HEALTH CARE","volume":" ","pages":"1-12"},"PeriodicalIF":1.0,"publicationDate":"2025-09-15","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145070579","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Effectiveness of a 12-Week Multifactorial Intervention in Improving Frailty in Community-Dwelling Older Adult: A Case Study.","authors":"Ippei Kawasaki, Takuma Yuri, Hideaki Nakai, Shigeki Tabata, Shun Harada, Ippei Suganuma, Noriyuki Ogawa","doi":"10.1080/07380577.2025.2546486","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/07380577.2025.2546486","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>This case report presents a multifactorial intervention implemented by an occupational therapist during a 12-week program with specific goal set for a community-dwelling older adult in a frail condition. The participant was a 70-year-old underweight male who exhibited signs of frailty. He participated in individual sessions focused primarily on consultations for 90 min once a week over a three-month period. Changes in physical functions, as well as frailty-related assessments, were evaluated at the initial, mid-term, and final stages. The intervention involved collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to address exercise, nutrition, and social participation, with the long-term goal of \"taking a train to visit family in the neighboring prefecture.\" The results indicated the program led to improvements in physical functions, including weight gain, improved results of walking test, and enhanced nutritional status, all of which contributed to a better frailty score. Additionally, there was an increase in social participation opportunities supporting the long-term goal. This study shows setting specific goal in participation level and multidisciplinary approach were important and a top-down approach by the occupational therapist indicated to be effective.</p>","PeriodicalId":46157,"journal":{"name":"OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY IN HEALTH CARE","volume":" ","pages":"1-11"},"PeriodicalIF":1.0,"publicationDate":"2025-08-12","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144822777","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Anne H Zachry, Rumana Siddique, Andrew J Gienapp, Heather Clabo
{"title":"Occupational Therapy Dosing: A Cohort Study of Frequency Recommendations in an Acute Care Pediatric Hospital Setting.","authors":"Anne H Zachry, Rumana Siddique, Andrew J Gienapp, Heather Clabo","doi":"10.1080/07380577.2025.2542741","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/07380577.2025.2542741","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>This retrospective chart review of inpatient occupational therapy patients from a pediatric acute care hospital examined occupational therapy dosing and the association between demographic and diagnoses variables and service recommendations. Having multiple diagnoses was associated with weekly/biweekly occupational therapy recommendations (OR = 2.59; 95% CI, 1.65-4.05) verses one diagnosis. Patients with visual issues had 33% decreased odds of receiving higher frequency recommendations (OR = 0.67; 95% CI, 0.49-0.99). Consistent occupational therapy services were recommended with multiple therapy diagnoses. This study provides additional information to occupational therapy providers to consider when making dosing recommendations.</p>","PeriodicalId":46157,"journal":{"name":"OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY IN HEALTH CARE","volume":" ","pages":"1-14"},"PeriodicalIF":1.0,"publicationDate":"2025-08-07","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144800552","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Association Between Meaningful Activities and Frailty in Community-Dwelling Older Adults in Rural Japan: A Cross-Sectional Study.","authors":"Kohei Obuchi, Katsushi Yokoi, Tomomi Furukawa, Takashi Takebayashi, Hitoshi Mutai","doi":"10.1080/07380577.2025.2544781","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/07380577.2025.2544781","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>This cross-sectional study investigates the relationship between meaningful activities and frailty, including pre-frailty, among older adults in rural Japan. Data from 1,018 participants aged 65 years or older were analyzed using multinomial logistic regression. Among the entire sample, the presence of meaningful activities was significantly associated with lower odds of both pre-frailty and frailty. Additionally, both higher performance and satisfaction with meaningful activities were associated with reduced odds of frailty-related outcomes. These findings underscore the role of meaningful activities in promoting healthy aging. Tailored occupational therapy interventions enhancing engagement in meaningful activities may help prevent frailty, particularly in rural settings.</p>","PeriodicalId":46157,"journal":{"name":"OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY IN HEALTH CARE","volume":" ","pages":"1-18"},"PeriodicalIF":1.0,"publicationDate":"2025-08-07","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144800551","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Use of Virtual Home Assessments to Develop Occupational Therapy Students' Clinical Skills and Professional Reasoning.","authors":"Monique Chabot, Tara Ford, Melanie Munda, Kristen Kelly, Jenny Martínez, Marie-Christine Potvin","doi":"10.1080/07380577.2025.2535338","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/07380577.2025.2535338","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Home assessments are within the domain of occupational therapy and therefore, often an assignment with the occupational therapy curriculum. While such assessments are best completed in-person, the COVID-19 pandemic restrictions provided an opportunity for the exploration of virtual home assessments. As an experiential learning experience, 29 s-year occupational therapy students completed home assessments both in-person and virtually using telehealth technology. Reflective worksheets and small group discussions provided the students with opportunities to share their perceptions of the skills obtained through the experience, including professional reasoning, telehealth assessment, and rapport building. Virtual home assessments support skill development in home assessments and telehealth.</p>","PeriodicalId":46157,"journal":{"name":"OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY IN HEALTH CARE","volume":" ","pages":"1-11"},"PeriodicalIF":0.9,"publicationDate":"2025-07-18","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144664024","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"How Occupational Therapists Apply Therapeutic Approaches for Mental Health Care Within Acute Medical Settings: A Grounded Theory Pilot Study.","authors":"Anne M L Nelson, Robert B Krueger","doi":"10.1080/07380577.2025.2526049","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/07380577.2025.2526049","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>The aim of this study was to explore and describe how occupational therapists build therapeutic relationships while providing skilled mental health care within acute medical settings. This pilot study used a grounded theory design to capture the expertise of seven occupational therapists who have built therapeutic relationships with recipients of mental healthcare within acute medical environments. A constructivist grounded theory approach was used to analyze the transcribed interview data. A dynamic process emerged in a model of four main conceptual categories: intersections between the personal and the professional, communication guides the therapeutic approach, seeking and establishing new therapeutic connections, and cultivating therapeutic connections over time. Findings were interpreted according to the intentional relationship model and organized into a logical and reproducible collection of skilled approaches that occupational therapy practitioners and students can reference for clinical practice.</p>","PeriodicalId":46157,"journal":{"name":"OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY IN HEALTH CARE","volume":" ","pages":"1-43"},"PeriodicalIF":0.9,"publicationDate":"2025-07-10","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144609871","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Understanding the Need for Medication Management Education: A Qualitative Analysis.","authors":"Denise D Allen, Lynn Jaffe","doi":"10.1080/07380577.2025.2525096","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/07380577.2025.2525096","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Medication management is a complex task, in which unintentional errors can have serious adverse effects. Occupational therapy practitioners can play a preventive role in this process but currently are limited in their involvement. Therefore, this qualitative study sought to better understand occupational therapy practitioners' current practices in medication management and thereby determine specific ways to increase the occupational therapy practitioner role. Twenty participants were interviewed, and verbatim transcripts were analyzed using the six-step process by Kiger and Varpio (2020). Three major themes emerged: (1) educational needs of occupational therapists, (2) educational needs of the client/caregiver, and (3) practitioner desire for standardization. Some practitioners are adept in their engagement in medication management, but there is a need for more didactic training and increased continuing education on medication management to promote the important role of occupational therapy in medication management.</p>","PeriodicalId":46157,"journal":{"name":"OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY IN HEALTH CARE","volume":" ","pages":"1-14"},"PeriodicalIF":0.9,"publicationDate":"2025-07-03","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144561516","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}