Callie M Victor, Emmie Content, Anna Finley, Morgan Kerns, Jane Pyon, Sara Joy Richards, Elizabeth M Schulz
{"title":"Silent Struggles: Mental Health and Community Integration of Adults With Sensory Impairments.","authors":"Callie M Victor, Emmie Content, Anna Finley, Morgan Kerns, Jane Pyon, Sara Joy Richards, Elizabeth M Schulz","doi":"10.1177/15394492251338560","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1177/15394492251338560","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Older adults with sensory impairments report higher levels of anxiety, depression, and social isolation than those without these impairments. This study aims to determine whether older adults with and without sensory impairments who attend a senior day center or reside in a retirement community differ in their mental health and community integration. A descriptive study was conducted with 22 participants who self-reported a hearing or a visual impairment, utilizing the Community Integration Measure and Depression Anxiety Stress Scale-21. No differences were found in community integration or mental health conditions based on impairment type; however, a correlation between depression and community integration was identified. Significant correlations were observed between stress and anxiety levels in individuals with hearing impairments and between stress and sensory impairments compared with those without. Stress and anxiety are prevalent among older adults with hearing loss, underscoring the importance of incorporating mental health initiatives into the community.</p>","PeriodicalId":47195,"journal":{"name":"Otjr-Occupation Participation and Health","volume":" ","pages":"15394492251338560"},"PeriodicalIF":1.5,"publicationDate":"2025-05-13","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144050846","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Alice Pietrodarchi, Anna Berardi, Giovanni Galeoto, Francescaroberta Panuccio, Rachele Simeon
{"title":"Validation of IPA and SEPECSA in Italian Individuals With Multiple Sclerosis: A Psychometric Study.","authors":"Alice Pietrodarchi, Anna Berardi, Giovanni Galeoto, Francescaroberta Panuccio, Rachele Simeon","doi":"10.1177/15394492251331445","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1177/15394492251331445","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>This study aimed to translate, culturally adapt, and validate the Self-Efficacy for Performing Energy Conservation Strategies Assessment (SEPECSA) and assess the psychometric properties of the Impact on Participation and Autonomy (IPA) in an Italian-speaking population with multiple sclerosis (MS). A cross-sectional study was conducted with participants with MS. The SEPECSA and IPA were validated using the COnsensus-based Standards for the selection of health Measurement INstruments Checklist (COSMIN). Reliability was evaluated through Cronbach's alpha (α) and interclass correlation coefficient (ICC), while validity was assessed correlating the instruments with the Fatigue Severity Scale, Community Integration Questionnaire-Revised, and MS Quality of Life-54. In 84 people, both scales demonstrated excellent internal consistency (α >0.9) and test-retest reliability (0.946 < ICC < 0.980). SEPECSA showed a significant correlation with fatigue (<i>r</i> = 0.349, <i>p</i> < .001), while IPA was associated with improved social integration (-0.354 <<i>r</i>> -0.547, <i>p</i> < .001) and quality of life (-.254 <<i>r</i>> -0.626; <i>p</i> < .001). Translated and culturally adapted SEPECSA and IPA are valid and reliable tools.</p>","PeriodicalId":47195,"journal":{"name":"Otjr-Occupation Participation and Health","volume":" ","pages":"15394492251331445"},"PeriodicalIF":1.5,"publicationDate":"2025-05-12","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144050185","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"2024: A Year in Review and Plans for Growth.","authors":"Timothy Wolf, Melanie M Tkach, Melissa Knott","doi":"10.1177/15394492251339719","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1177/15394492251339719","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":47195,"journal":{"name":"Otjr-Occupation Participation and Health","volume":" ","pages":"15394492251339719"},"PeriodicalIF":1.5,"publicationDate":"2025-05-04","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144050844","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Amanda McCowan, Louise Gustafsson, Michelle Bissett, Rachel Wenke, Krishna B Sriram
{"title":"Occupational Therapy Embedded Within Pulmonary Rehabilitation: A Process Evaluation.","authors":"Amanda McCowan, Louise Gustafsson, Michelle Bissett, Rachel Wenke, Krishna B Sriram","doi":"10.1177/15394492251330508","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1177/15394492251330508","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Exploration of the impact and contributions of occupational therapy within multidisciplinary pulmonary rehabilitation (PR) is necessary to strengthen the clinical evidence-base. The objective of this study was to describe occupational therapy embedded within a community-based PR program and explore mechanisms of impact. A process evaluation of occupational therapy practice embedded within an 8-week multidisciplinary PR was conducted. Data sources included administrative and medical record data, intervention checklists, and semi-structured interviews incorporating the Canadian Occupational Performance Measure and Modified Borg Dyspnea Scale. Nine participants completed the PR program. The home visit and personalized, one-to-one, occupation-centered interventions were identified as key mechanisms of impact. Goal-directed training occurred within the home but not in community clinic environments. The repetitive, occupation-based training was important for learning and everyday application and promoted application of multidisciplinary learning. This evaluation highlighted that individualized occupational therapy assisted PR patients to apply knowledge, from occupational therapy and other disciplines, to real-life challenges.</p>","PeriodicalId":47195,"journal":{"name":"Otjr-Occupation Participation and Health","volume":" ","pages":"15394492251330508"},"PeriodicalIF":1.5,"publicationDate":"2025-04-28","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144040788","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Amanda L Carroll, Antoine L Bailliard, Emily M D'Agostino
{"title":"Social and Environmental Determinants of Occupation: Population-Level Analysis of Adolescent Mental Health.","authors":"Amanda L Carroll, Antoine L Bailliard, Emily M D'Agostino","doi":"10.1177/15394492251331444","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1177/15394492251331444","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Adolescents are experiencing unprecedented mental health challenges in the United States. This study investigated the relationships between social and environmental determinants of occupation (SEDO) and adolescent mental health at the population level. We quantitatively analyzed the National Cancer Institute's Family Life, Activity, Sun, Health, and Eating (FLASHE) specialty cohort study sample (aged 12-17 years, <i>n</i> = 1,737, April-October 2014). Ordinal logistic regression models tested associations between SEDO factors and adolescent mental health. Analyses showed significant associations between SEDO (insufficient sleep, food insecurity, and access to social support) and mental health proxies (eating without hunger due to feeling anxious/nervous, eating without hunger due to feeling sad/depressed). This study provides an understanding of adolescents as a population experiencing mental health disparities related to SEDO. More research is needed to identify additional occupational therapy intervention targets and strategies for addressing SEDO at the population level.</p>","PeriodicalId":47195,"journal":{"name":"Otjr-Occupation Participation and Health","volume":" ","pages":"15394492251331444"},"PeriodicalIF":1.5,"publicationDate":"2025-04-24","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144024627","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Sitii Hazwaanii Jasni, Fiona Graham, Elliot Bell, Valerie T Y Tan
{"title":"Systematic Review of Group-Based Emotion Regulation Interventions for Autistic Children's Socio-Emotional Competence.","authors":"Sitii Hazwaanii Jasni, Fiona Graham, Elliot Bell, Valerie T Y Tan","doi":"10.1177/15394492251330507","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1177/15394492251330507","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Autistic children often face challenges in socio-emotional competence (SEC). Group-Based Emotion Regulation Interventions (GBERs), involving parents and teachers, show potential for improving SEC while enhancing accessibility and cost-effectiveness. This systematic review evaluates the effectiveness of GBERs for autistic children. A systematic search of seven databases (2012-2022) identified studies on GBERs targeting SEC in autistic children aged 7-18 years. Studies were assessed for risk of bias. Seventeen studies were included. Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT)-based approaches were most prevalent, with some interventions incorporating play-based, mindfulness, or yoga-based approaches. Effective interventions featured components such as parent and teacher psychoeducation and skill reinforcement through homework. GBERs show promise in improving SEC among autistic children, although caution is warranted as some studies lack comparator groups. Occupational therapists may play a pivotal role in expanding GBERs' access and supporting SEC development.</p>","PeriodicalId":47195,"journal":{"name":"Otjr-Occupation Participation and Health","volume":" ","pages":"15394492251330507"},"PeriodicalIF":1.5,"publicationDate":"2025-04-15","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143991400","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"The Menu Task in Occupational Therapy: A Qualitative Study of Practitioners' Perspectives.","authors":"Nettie Capasso, Alysha Skuthan","doi":"10.1177/15394492251331635","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1177/15394492251331635","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Occupational therapy practice addressing functional cognition reduces hospital readmission rates. But no widely accepted performance-based functional cognition screen exists for inpatient rehabilitation. The aim was to determine how occupational therapy practitioners perceive the Menu Task's (MT's) utility for addressing functional cognition impairment. This study is a qualitative interpretive constructionist design with a phenomenological approach using semi-structured interviews with nine inpatient rehabilitation occupational therapy practitioners. Three themes emerged: (a) the screen's focus on ability, highlighting what the patient can do; (b) convenient administration, emphasizing the screen's ease of use; and (c) room to grow, focusing on areas for screen improvement. The Menu Task is convenient to administer and informs occupational therapy practice by revealing functional cognition ability. Although needing improvement, the Menu Task aligns with occupational therapy practice tenets by highlighting occupational participation. Occupational therapy practitioners indicated that inclusion of the Menu Task enhanced their clinical practice in inpatient rehabilitation, addressing functional cognition.</p>","PeriodicalId":47195,"journal":{"name":"Otjr-Occupation Participation and Health","volume":" ","pages":"15394492251331635"},"PeriodicalIF":1.5,"publicationDate":"2025-04-12","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144062767","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Cortney M Leverentz, Brianne Salvati, Cary Moore, Julia Shin, Yongyue Qi, Vanessa D Jewell
{"title":"Telehealth Lifestyle Pilot Study for Improving Occupational Performance in Older Adults.","authors":"Cortney M Leverentz, Brianne Salvati, Cary Moore, Julia Shin, Yongyue Qi, Vanessa D Jewell","doi":"10.1177/15394492241284566","DOIUrl":"10.1177/15394492241284566","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Occupation-centered lifestyle interventions improve health and delay age-related declines in older adults; however, little is known about the impact of a brief telehealth lifestyle program delivered individually. This pilot investigated the Holistic Occupational Performance Empowerment (HOPE) program on occupational performance and health-related quality of life. Twelve community-dwelling older adults completed six weekly lifestyle sessions to enhance behavior change toward individualized health goals. Goal Attainment Scaling (GAS) and the Short Form 20-Item Survey (SF-20) were administered preintervention and postintervention to measure program outcomes. Among 36 health-related goals, 69.4% achieved or exceeded the expected level of attainment. A paired samples <i>t</i>-test revealed statistically higher posttest GAS scores compared with pretest scores, indicating significant improvements in occupational performance. SF-20 mental health scores increased postintervention, although not significantly. Preliminary findings suggest that HOPE could positively impact occupational performance in community-dwelling older adults warranting a future large-scale randomized controlled trial.</p>","PeriodicalId":47195,"journal":{"name":"Otjr-Occupation Participation and Health","volume":" ","pages":"209-218"},"PeriodicalIF":1.5,"publicationDate":"2025-04-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11837419/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142394207","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Evaluation of a 3D-Printed Writing Assistive Device for People With Brain Injury.","authors":"Fen-Ling Kuo, Tien-Yu Kuo, Yi-Shan Lee, Yi-Shien Wu, Shih-Wei Huang, Hsin-Chieh Lee","doi":"10.1177/15394492241265619","DOIUrl":"10.1177/15394492241265619","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Three-dimensional-printed assistive devices hold promise for improving writing abilities, yet factors influencing device selection and their impact on satisfaction and effectiveness remain unclear, especially in adults, as they are typically tested on children. The aim of this article is to assess the efficacy and satisfaction with a writing assistive device at different angles among individuals with brain injury and explore device selection factors. Twenty-six participants with brain injuries selected their preferred device angle. Writing speed, quality, and satisfaction were recorded. Immediate speed improvements were significant at 5° and 30° (<i>p</i> = .006, .013, respectively). Satisfaction scores did not significantly differ among angles. Normotonia in elbow (<i>p</i> < .001; odds ratio: 3.403) and wrist (<i>p</i> ≤ .001; odds ratio: 2.695) muscles increased the likelihood of selecting the 5° device. Immediate speed improvements at specific angles highlight the influence of muscle normotonia on device selection, vital for tailored brain injury rehabilitation.</p>","PeriodicalId":47195,"journal":{"name":"Otjr-Occupation Participation and Health","volume":" ","pages":"189-198"},"PeriodicalIF":1.5,"publicationDate":"2025-04-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141793761","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Sally Wasmuth, Johnna Belkiewitz, Edward Miech, Chih-Ying Li, Alex Harris, Jocelyne Hernandez, Caitlin Horsford, Carlton Smith, Dawn Bravata
{"title":"A Hybrid Type III Analysis of a Filmed Story-Telling Intervention's Impact on Provider Stigma.","authors":"Sally Wasmuth, Johnna Belkiewitz, Edward Miech, Chih-Ying Li, Alex Harris, Jocelyne Hernandez, Caitlin Horsford, Carlton Smith, Dawn Bravata","doi":"10.1177/15394492241260022","DOIUrl":"10.1177/15394492241260022","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Identity Development Evolution and Sharing (IDEAS) reduces provider stigma, but few have been trained to implement IDEAS, highlighting a need for implementation strategies that facilitate uptake. We evaluated whether external facilitation successfully supported IDEAS implementation and whether IDEAS reduced provider stigma within and across sites irrespective of implementation barriers and facilitators. Key informants from 10 sites completed interviews and surveys of appropriateness, acceptability, and feasibility. Interviews were analyzed using the Consolidated Framework for Implementation Research guidelines. Intervention effectiveness was measured via paired <i>t</i> tests of pre-/post-quantitative data on provider stigma completed by practitioners who attended the training. Ten sites successfully implemented IDEAS via external facilitation; 58 practitioners from nine sites completed pre- and post-surveys. Data showed significant decreases in stigma after the intervention. IDEAS, supported by external facilitation, is a feasible, acceptable, and appropriate means of reducing stigma among occupational therapy practitioners.</p>","PeriodicalId":47195,"journal":{"name":"Otjr-Occupation Participation and Health","volume":" ","pages":"199-208"},"PeriodicalIF":1.5,"publicationDate":"2025-04-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141861284","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}