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{"title":"Expanding Knowledge and Integration of Occupational Therapy in Vietnamese Healthcare: A Study of Educational Interventions and Cultural Relevance.","authors":"John R Patro, Jacqueline Daniel, Aiden Darcy","doi":"10.1155/oti/5812871","DOIUrl":"10.1155/oti/5812871","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Occupational therapy (OT) is an emerging healthcare profession in Vietnam, with limited awareness and understanding among local healthcare professionals (HCPs). This study is aimed at assessing the impact of an educational intervention designed to improve HCPs' knowledge and attitudes toward OT in Vietnamese healthcare settings. Utilizing a mixed-methods approach, the study involved 13 participants from Da Nang Orthopedics and Rehabilitation Hospital and Da Nang Psychiatric Hospital, representing various healthcare disciplines. The intervention included a series of journal club sessions focused on the principles, scope, and culturally relevant applications of OT. Quantitative data from pre- and postintervention assessments revealed significant improvements in HCPs' general knowledge of OT, its practice areas, and goals, with statistical significance observed in multiple domains. Qualitative data collected through field notes and reflective journals provided additional insights into HCPs' evolving perceptions of OT's role in holistic and mental healthcare. Notably, the study highlighted cultural factors, such as family involvement in patient care, which align with OT's client-centered approach but may also pose challenges in the integration of OT services. Barriers to OT adoption, including resource limitations and institutional support, were identified, underscoring the need for ongoing advocacy and resource allocation to sustain the progress achieved through the intervention. The findings suggest that culturally tailored educational programs are essential for the effective integration of OT in Vietnam and similar contexts. This research contributes to the global understanding of OT's role in diverse healthcare environments, providing a framework for expanding OT services in emerging regions.</p>","PeriodicalId":49140,"journal":{"name":"Occupational Therapy International","volume":"2025 ","pages":"5812871"},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2025-03-14","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11928214/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143694202","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":"Outcome Measures in Evaluation of Weighted Blankets: A Scoping Review.","authors":"Maria Lönn, Ellen Odéus","doi":"10.1155/oti/3663534","DOIUrl":"10.1155/oti/3663534","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p><b>Introduction:</b> Weighted blankets are an intervention used in healthcare settings for alleviating anxiety and sleep problems. Selection of appropriate outcome measures that capture relevant effects is important in clinical practice and research. However, outcomes used are diverse and not standardised. Therefore, this scoping review is aimed at identifying, synthesising, and describing available research and used outcome measures in research studies evaluating weighted blankets. <b>Methods:</b> A scoping review was conducted, with a search of four databases. The search included studies published until February 2024. Results were categorized according to target population (adult or child) and primary outcome (sleep or anxiety). A conceptual map was developed to describe outcome measures used in the field. <b>Results:</b> A total of 38 studies were identified, including 12 randomised controlled trials, 13 pre-post-studies, 6 case studies, 3 register studies, and 3 qualitative studies. The State-Trait Anxiety Inventory and the Anxiety Visual Analogue Scale were commonly used outcome measurements in evaluation of weighted blanket effects on anxiety and most commonly conducted in an adult population. There was considerable heterogeneity in the outcomes used, particularly within the domain of sleep. In studies evaluating weighted blankets as a sleep intervention for children, objective measurement methods such as actigraphy were common, as was the use of a sleep diary. <b>Conclusion:</b> Even though there is extensive research available evaluating weighted blanket use and effects, there is a lack of standardised outcome measures and instruments are not adapted to use within occupational therapy practice. More research is necessary, informing clinical practice about which measures to use and when. Furthermore, there is a need to develop an instrument specifically tailored for use within occupational therapy practice to evaluate sleep interventions.</p>","PeriodicalId":49140,"journal":{"name":"Occupational Therapy International","volume":"2025 ","pages":"3663534"},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2025-02-19","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11865465/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143524959","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":"Effects of Lee Silverman Voice Treatment-BIG on Motor, Cognition, Mental Health, Occupational Performance, and Occupational Balance in Patients With Schizophrenia: A Single-Subject Experimental Study.","authors":"Woo-Hyuk Jang, Sang-Min Seo, Si-Hyun Kim","doi":"10.1155/oti/3566653","DOIUrl":"10.1155/oti/3566653","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p><b>Introduction:</b> In this study, we aim to apply BIG to patients with schizophrenia to confirm changes in mental symptoms, task performance, and occupational balance through motor and cognitive enhancement. <b>Method:</b> This study used a single-subject A-B-A design. It consisted of a total of 22 sessions, with 4 sessions in the baseline period, 16 sessions in the intervention period (Lee Silverman Voice Treatment-BIG), and 2 sessions in the follow-up period. The subjects were three male patients diagnosed with chronic schizophrenia, all severe cases. During the 22 sessions, the timed up and go test (TUG) and functional reach test (FRT) and the Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA) were used to determine changes in motor function and cognition, and the subjective cognitive and mental score (SS), Canadian Occupational Performance Measure (COPM), and Occupational Balance Questionnaire-Korean (OBQ-K) were used to determine changes in psychiatric symptoms, work performance, and work balance satisfaction before and after the intervention. Statistically significant changes were determined using the two standard deviation (2SD) band method. <b>Results:</b> The TUG, FRT, and MoCA showed significant results in the intervention period compared to the baseline period. The SS, COPM, and OBQ-K also showed positive changes in scores from pre- to postintervention. <b>Conclusion:</b> In this study, BIG was found to promote improvement in motor and cognitive function in chronic schizophrenia patients, with positive effects on psychiatric symptoms, task performance, and occupational balance satisfaction.</p>","PeriodicalId":49140,"journal":{"name":"Occupational Therapy International","volume":"2025 ","pages":"3566653"},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2025-02-19","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11865464/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143524958","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":"Effects of Client-Centered Occupational Therapy Intervention in Older Adults With Depression: A Randomized Controlled Trial.","authors":"HyeongGi Jeong, DeokJu Kim","doi":"10.1155/oti/5559899","DOIUrl":"10.1155/oti/5559899","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p><b>Objective:</b> The purpose of this study was to determine the impact of client-centered occupational therapy intervention on the mental health, activities of daily living (ADL), and community participation of older adults with depression. <b>Methods:</b> This study was a single-blind, randomized controlled study conducted on older adults with depression, and those who met the selection and exclusion criteria were randomly divided into an experimental group of 15 people and a control group of 15 people. The experimental group performed client-centered occupational therapy intervention using the Canadian Occupational Performance Measure (COPM) and Barth Time Construction (BTC), and the control group performed case management and a strength-brain exercise program. Both groups underwent intervention twice a week for 60 min, for a total of 16 sessions. Before and after the intervention, depression, anxiety, stress, ADL, and community partitioning were measured using assessment tools with proven reliability and validity in both the experimental group and the control group. <b>Results:</b> The experimental group exhibited significant changes after the intervention in depression, anxiety, stress, social integration, and community integration scores (<i>p</i> < 0.05 and <i>p</i> < 0.01), while the control group showed significant changes only in depression scores (<i>p</i> < 0.05). As a result of comparing the amount of change between the experimental and control groups, significant differences were found in social integration among the areas of depression, stress, and community integration (<i>p</i> < 0.05 and <i>p</i> < 0.01). <b>Conclusion:</b> These results suggest that client-centered occupational therapy intervention could serve as an effective intervention for improving mental health, ADL, and community participation in older adults with depression. <b>Trial Registration:</b> Korea Clinical Research Information Service (CRIS): KCT0009358.</p>","PeriodicalId":49140,"journal":{"name":"Occupational Therapy International","volume":"2025 ","pages":"5559899"},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2025-02-18","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11858707/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143505476","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":"The Effect of a Video-Based Game Exercise Program on Motor Skills, Proprioception, and Cognitive Functions in Individuals With Intellectual Disabilities.","authors":"Elif Diril, Burak Menek, Ahmet Emir, Devrim Tarakci, Ela Tarakci","doi":"10.1155/oti/8410494","DOIUrl":"10.1155/oti/8410494","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p><b>Background:</b> Individuals with intellectual disability (ID) exhibit various problems, such as attention, learning, and physical-motor difficulties. The study is aimed at investigating the effects of video game-based therapy programs on cognitive and physical functions in individuals with ID. <b>Methods:</b> The study, conducted through a three-arm randomized trial, involved 45 adults aged 18-30 with mild to moderate ID. Participants were divided into three groups: Group 1 received home-based video game-based therapy, supervised video game-based therapy, and occupational therapy-based activity training. Group 2 received video game-based therapy supervised by a therapist and an occupational therapy-based activity training program. Group 3 received occupational therapy-based activity training only. MOXO d-CPT was used to evaluate attention; sit-to-stand test, joint position sense, and nine-hole peg test were used to assess physical-motor functionality. <b>Results:</b> Results showed significant improvements in attention, functional performance, proprioception, and fine motor skills in all groups (<i>p</i> < 0.05). Group 1 was superior to Group 3 in nondominant JPS-flexion, sit-to-stand test, and nondominant JPS-abduction parameters (<i>p</i> < 0.017). When comparing Group 1 and Group 2, Group 1 was found to be more effective in the sit-to-stand test parameter compared to Group 2 (<i>p</i> < 0.017), while the other parameters of the two groups were similar to each other (<i>p</i> > 0.017). There were no significant differences between groups for different outcome measures (<i>p</i> > 0.017). <b>Conclusion:</b> The study suggests that video-based game exercises combined with occupational therapy interventions can effectively enhance cognitive functions, functional performance, proprioception, and fine motor skills in adults with ID. <b>Trial Registration:</b> ClinicalTrials.gov identifier: NCT06097819.</p>","PeriodicalId":49140,"journal":{"name":"Occupational Therapy International","volume":"2025 ","pages":"8410494"},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2025-01-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11824387/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143415926","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":"Occupational Performance in the Discipline of Occupational Therapy During COVID-19 at a Public University in KwaZulu-Natal.","authors":"N Ndaba, P Govender, D Naidoo","doi":"10.1155/oti/8801110","DOIUrl":"10.1155/oti/8801110","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p><b>Introduction:</b> The application of the person-environment-occupation-performance (PEOP) model in occupational therapy education offers valuable insights into the interaction between person, environment, and occupational factors and how these elements influenced the strategies used to adapt and navigate the transformation of health professions education during the COVID-19 pandemic. This study explored how individual characteristics, contextual demands, and the nature of educational occupations shaped the adaptation and performance of educators and students. <b>Materials and Methods:</b> The study used a qualitative, exploratory research design at a public higher education institution (HEI) in South Africa, focusing on the occupational therapy program. Purposive sampling was used to recruit key participants (<i>n</i> = 44), including management, academic educators, clinical supervisors (academics), academic support educators, and occupational therapy students. Data collection occurred via the Zoom platform for 45-60-min semistructured interviews. Thematic analysis, guided by the PEOP model, was employed to analyze qualitative data, which was recorded, transcribed, and coded using NVivo (Version 12 Pro). The study ensured trustworthiness and adherence to ethical principles. <b>Results:</b> The PEOP model was used as a framework to formulate the themes, namely, (1) person, (2) environment, (3) occupation, (4) occupational performance, and (5) occupational performance and participation. In the context of occupational therapy education, particular emphasis was placed on the adaptations and responses of educators and students as they navigated the demands of their educational occupations during the pandemic. <b>Discussion:</b> The curriculum underwent rapid adjustments, requiring theoretical instruction and clinical practice modifications. These changes posed significant challenges and highlighted pre-existing gaps within HEIs, as experienced by educators and students. <b>Conclusions:</b> This study highlighted the importance of supporting optimal occupational performance among educators and students, emphasizing the necessity of providing adequate resources and support. This ensures the well-being of educators and students, enabling effective engagement and participation as they navigate the evolving educational landscape.</p>","PeriodicalId":49140,"journal":{"name":"Occupational Therapy International","volume":"2025 ","pages":"8801110"},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2025-01-22","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11779984/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143069120","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":"Exploring Goal Attainment Scaling Among Occupational Therapy Students: A Retrospective Descriptive Analysis.","authors":"Wafaa Alduraidi, E Zhang, Lauren Foster, Lisa Mische-Lawson","doi":"10.1155/oti/6034855","DOIUrl":"10.1155/oti/6034855","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p><b>Purpose:</b> This study explored the administration of goal attainment scaling (GAS) by entry-level occupational therapy (OT) students, examining their competency following minimal training. While GAS is valuable for measuring progress toward individualized client goals, its implementation requires specific skills and training that may challenge entry-level practitioners. <b>Method:</b> Using retrospective data from a study of sensory garments' effects on children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), we analyzed GAS administration by five entry-level OT students. Students received both indirect training through their curriculum and 3 h of direct research-specific preparation. Using a modified version of the GAS checklist, we evaluated students' competency through video recordings of GAS administration sessions and written GAS. <b>Results:</b> Analysis revealed variable competency levels among students. While overall performance met 82.4% of checklist criteria, individual student competency varied considerably (54.5%-95.4%). Three of five students achieved the established 75% competency threshold. Students consistently met criteria for conceptual goal construction and timeframe specification but struggled with maintaining single dimensions of change and specifying observable behaviors. <b>Conclusions:</b> Entry-level OT students demonstrated varying levels of competency in GAS administration following minimal training. Our findings suggest the need for more comprehensive training in specific aspects of GAS, particularly in scale construction and behavioral specification. These results have important implications for how OT programs prepare students to implement GAS in clinical practice.</p>","PeriodicalId":49140,"journal":{"name":"Occupational Therapy International","volume":"2025 ","pages":"6034855"},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2025-01-15","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11753844/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143025279","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":"Investigation of the Validity and Reliability of the Turkish Version of the Basic Activities of Daily Living Questionnaire in Preschool Children.","authors":"Nilay Şahan, Songül Atasavun Uysal","doi":"10.1155/oti/2729639","DOIUrl":"10.1155/oti/2729639","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Basic Activities of Daily Living-Preschool Period Tool <b>(</b>BADL-P) is a fast and quick test that does not require a special environment, where activities of daily living (ADLs) in preschool children are questioned. The aim of the study was to conduct a Turkish reliability and cultural adaptation of the BADL-P. The study was conducted among 211 parents of preschool children. Validity was determined using exploratory factor analysis. To determine convergent validity, the Functional Independence Measure for Kids (WeeFIM) scale was used. Cronbach's alpha, intraclass correlation coefficient (ICC), and item-total correlation (ITC) values were calculated to assess the reliability of the BADL-P. Totally, 99 girls and 112 boys, aged 3-6 years, with the children's mean age of 4.50 ± 0.75 years (3 years = 11%, 4 years = 32.1%, 5 years = 52.2%, and 6 years = 4.8%), were included. Exploratory factor analysis revealed that the BADL-P had sufficient fit. The BADL-P was weakly to highly correlated with the WeeFIM (<i>p</i> < 0.05 and <i>p</i> < 0.001). Cronbach's alpha and ICC values of the BADL-P were acceptable (0.912 and 0.837, respectively). The ITC values of each item of the BADL-P were also acceptable (ranged from 0.232 to 0.683). Children in the 5-6 age group demonstrated higher scores and exhibited more advanced development in the ADL areas compared to children in the 3-4 age group (<i>p</i> < 0.05). The Turkish version of the BADL-P is valid, reliable, and sensitive to assessing and monitoring the performance of Turkish preschool children in ADL.</p>","PeriodicalId":49140,"journal":{"name":"Occupational Therapy International","volume":"2025 ","pages":"2729639"},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2025-01-10","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11748680/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143014520","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":"The Development of a Vocational Rehabilitation Program to Assist Individuals With MDRTB and TB in Returning to Work.","authors":"Mogammad Shaheed Soeker, Ayesha Jainodien","doi":"10.1155/oti/9914578","DOIUrl":"10.1155/oti/9914578","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p><b>Background:</b> Individuals diagnosed with tuberculosis (TB) and multidrug-resistant (MDR) TB may struggle to return to work after they have completed a rehabilitation program. Multidrug-resistant tuberculosis (MDRTB) has been seen as a condition that is resistant to treatment, hence causing individuals to be economically in-active for considerable periods of time. <b>Objective:</b> The aim of the current study was to explore the views of individuals living with MDRTB, individuals with TB, and health professionals treating individuals with TB and MDRTB about the development of a vocational rehabilitation program. <b>Method:</b> The researchers used an exploratory descriptive research design, and semistructured interviews were conducted with five key informants and four participants who were diagnosed with pulmonary tuberculosis (PTB) and MDRTB. Thematic analysis was used in order to analyse the study findings. The current study is the second of two articles. The first article focused on barriers and facilitators linked to returning to work for individuals living with TB and MDRTB. The current article focuses on the development of a vocational rehabilitation program. <b>Results:</b> The findings of the original study revealed five themes; however, for the purpose of this article, only two themes will be presented, namely, Theme 1: promoting a holistic model and Theme 2: the use of resources for activity engagement. The latter theme contributed to the participant's view of the development of a vocational rehabilitation program. <b>Conclusion:</b> The study provided a description of the components of a vocational rehabilitation program that has been adapted from the Model of Occupational Self-Efficacy (MOOSE). The above program has been designed for individuals diagnosed with PTB/MDRTB and has the potential to assist them in returning to work. It is suggested that vocational rehabilitation programs be incorporated into general medical programs that focus on improving the functioning of individuals diagnosed with PTB/MDRTB.</p>","PeriodicalId":49140,"journal":{"name":"Occupational Therapy International","volume":"2025 ","pages":"9914578"},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2025-01-04","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11724725/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142972971","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":"Focusing Attention to Improve Throwing Skills in Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder: Exploring the Influence of Working Memory.","authors":"Qaith Mohammad Ramadan, Ayoob Sabaghi, Ali Heirani","doi":"10.1155/oti/8855971","DOIUrl":"10.1155/oti/8855971","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>This study is aimed at investigating the impact of internal and external attention focus on learning a throwing skill in children with autism, as well as the relationship between working memory and learning rate. Twenty-four children aged 6-8 years with autism were assigned to internal and external attention groups. Participants performed a throwing task while their working memory was assessed using Cornoldi's working memory test. The data was analyzed using ANOVA with repeated measures involving two attention instructions and five blocks during the acquisition stage. An independent <i>t</i>-test was conducted during the retention phase. Furthermore, a Pearson correlation test was utilized to explore any potential relationship between working memory and performance in both the acquisition and retention stages. Data analysis revealed no significant difference between the internal and external attention groups during the acquisition phase (<i>p</i> > 0.05), but a significant difference was found in the retention phase (<i>p</i> < 0.05). There was no correlation between working memory and learning outcomes (<i>p</i> > 0.05). The results suggest that internal attention may enhance motor learning in children with autism, and reducing working memory load does not necessarily favor external attention.</p>","PeriodicalId":49140,"journal":{"name":"Occupational Therapy International","volume":"2025 ","pages":"8855971"},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2025-01-03","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11723985/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142972970","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}