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{"title":"Devotion to Family: Coping Strategy to Reduce Burden of Caregiving Stroke Patients.","authors":"Khomarun, Achmad Arman Subijanto, Ninik Nurhidayah, Ari Probandari","doi":"10.1155/oti/5517436","DOIUrl":"10.1155/oti/5517436","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p><b>Background:</b> Informal caregivers have played a significant role since stroke survivors were discharged from the hospital. Caregivers carry out stroke survivors' daily activities, which can be burdensome. Caregiver coping strategies to reduce this burden have not been widely studied, especially in Indonesia. <b>Purpose:</b> This study was aimed at exploring the act of devotion as a coping strategy to reduce the burden of caring for stroke survivors. <b>Method:</b> This was an exploratory qualitative study of 30 informal caregivers of stroke survivors who live in a community in Surakarta, selected using purposeful sampling. In-depth interviews to explore the act of devoting as a coping strategy and observations of caregivers were conducted from June 2021 to December 2022. <b>Finding:</b> The data analysis revealed two primary themes: \"family ties\" and \"physical.\" The family ties theme emerged with five subthemes: pride, sincerity, resigned, destiny, and responsibility. The physical theme consisted of two subthemes: ability and spirit. <b>Conclusion:</b> Devotion as a coping strategy for stroke informal caregivers in the community plays a crucial role in maintaining the continuity of care. It involves pride, sincerity, resigned, destiny, responsibility, ability, and spirit. Further research on the results of these findings is needed on how caregivers maintain their quality of life as they begin to become caregivers.</p>","PeriodicalId":49140,"journal":{"name":"Occupational Therapy International","volume":"2025 ","pages":"5517436"},"PeriodicalIF":0.9,"publicationDate":"2025-09-12","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12449120/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145114472","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":"Empowering Advocacy: A Theatre Pedagogy Training With Occupational Therapists.","authors":"Panagiotis Barmpagiannis, Olga Chazapi","doi":"10.1155/oti/3035183","DOIUrl":"10.1155/oti/3035183","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p><b>Introduction:</b> Advocacy is a cornerstone of occupational therapy practice, yet systemic barriers and complex interpersonal dynamics often hinder its effective implementation. This study was aimed at exploring the essential elements that occupational therapists perceive as essential for advocating effectively on behalf of the individuals they collaborate with. <b>Methods:</b> Eleven occupational therapists participated in a 3-month educational program grounded in theatre pedagogy, an experiential learning approach designed to foster self-reflection and practical skill application. Following the program, semistructured interviews were conducted, and the data were analyzed using thematic analysis to identify key elements of advocacy. <b>Findings:</b> The analysis revealed three core themes: occupational justice awareness, creativity and flexibility, and perspective expansion. Participants highlighted the importance of recognizing systemic inequities and promoting inclusive practices to achieve occupational justice. Creativity and adaptability were identified as essential for tailoring advocacy strategies to diverse contexts and challenges. Perspective expansion, encompassing cultural humility and reflective practice, emerged as vital for understanding the multifaceted dynamics of advocacy and the evolving roles of therapists in addressing personal needs. <b>Conclusion:</b> This study contributes to the growing body of knowledge on advocacy in occupational therapy by identifying specific competencies that enhance advocacy efforts. The findings underscore the need for targeted training programs and resources that integrate experiential learning methodologies to strengthen these competencies. By cultivating these skills, occupational therapists can become more effective agents of change, advancing relationship-focused care and societal equity.</p>","PeriodicalId":49140,"journal":{"name":"Occupational Therapy International","volume":"2025 ","pages":"3035183"},"PeriodicalIF":0.9,"publicationDate":"2025-09-09","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12457054/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145139157","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":"Factors Influencing Return to Work Among Women With Acquired Brain Injury.","authors":"Zareena Darries, Mogammad Shaheed Soeker","doi":"10.1155/oti/9978566","DOIUrl":"10.1155/oti/9978566","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p><b>Purpose:</b> Research indicates that women with brain injury have a higher risk of not resuming their work roles. This study investigates the influence of sociodemographic, impairment-related and environmental factors on the return-to-work outcomes of women with acquired brain injury in Cape Metropolitan, South Africa. <b>Methods:</b> A cross-sectional survey was conducted among 139 women aged 18-65 with acquired brain injury in Cape Metropolitan, South Africa. Participants were conveniently sampled, and the Work Rehabilitation Questionnaire was used for data collection. Data were analysed using IBM SPSS Statistics Version 26, focusing on sociodemographic, impairment-related and environmental factors influencing return to work outcomes. <b>Results:</b> Women with acquired brain injury who participated in this study yielded a postinjury return to work rate of 61.2%. Older women were less likely to return to work (odds ratio: 0.905). Environmental support, particularly from workplace supervisors or managers, significantly enhanced RTW (odds ratio: 5.660). Marital status, impairment-related restrictions, type of vocational intervention and family support were not significant predictors of return to work. <b>Conclusion:</b> These results highlight the necessity for multidimensional and integrative RTW programmes that address both personal and systemic barriers. Such programmes are essential to promoting sustained economic participation and improving the quality of life for women with ABI.</p>","PeriodicalId":49140,"journal":{"name":"Occupational Therapy International","volume":"2025 ","pages":"9978566"},"PeriodicalIF":0.9,"publicationDate":"2025-09-04","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12425611/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145066146","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":"Asian American Occupational Therapy Practitioners' Perspectives on Supporting the Mental Health of Asian American Caregivers for Older Adults.","authors":"Arianna Bayangos, Rawan AlHeresh, Hadeel R Bakhsh, Diane Smith","doi":"10.1155/oti/2063352","DOIUrl":"10.1155/oti/2063352","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p><b>Objective:</b> Asian American (AA) caregivers have unique cultural values that influence their mental health during caregiving. Occupational therapy practitioners (OTPs) are positioned to serve this population because of their holistic lens and their relationship with care recipients and caregivers. The objective of this study was to examine AA OTPs' perspectives on barriers, facilitators, and interventions to support the mental health of AA caregivers in older adults with chronic conditions. <b>Design:</b> This study used a qualitative phenomenological design. Data were collected through virtual interviews (<i>n</i> = 10) and focus groups (<i>n</i> = 2) and analyzed using thematic analysis. <b>Results:</b> Twelve AA OTPs (<i>n</i> = 12) participated in this study, all were occupational therapists (<i>n</i> = 12); most were female (<i>n</i> = 10) and had a Doctor of Occupational Therapy degree (<i>n</i> = 9). Two domains were found during this study: (1) barriers and facilitators to support the mental health of AA caregivers and (2) OTP strategies to support the mental health of AA caregivers. Barriers and facilitators include AA cultural beliefs, provider identity, and access. OTPs can support this population by utilizing their soft skills, assessment and clinical reasoning skills and through interventions, including caregiver education and social support. <b>Conclusion:</b> This study addressed the literature gap on supporting AA caregivers' mental health through an OTP perspective. OTPs can enhance support by understanding AA culture, examining biases, and refining strategies for caregivers' mental health. Healthcare providers can prioritize caregiver support, boost AA representation in healthcare, improve service accessibility, and involve OTPs in caregivers' mental health support.</p>","PeriodicalId":49140,"journal":{"name":"Occupational Therapy International","volume":"2025 ","pages":"2063352"},"PeriodicalIF":0.9,"publicationDate":"2025-07-23","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12310325/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144754949","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":"Assessing Participation Among Stroke Survivors: A Systematic Review of Patient-Reported Outcome Measures.","authors":"Benyamin Hamid, Mahnaz Hejazi Shirmard, Seyedeh Maryam Shafighi Kuzani, Marzieh Pashmdarfard","doi":"10.1155/oti/4928745","DOIUrl":"10.1155/oti/4928745","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p><b>Introduction:</b> Stroke significantly impacts survivors' lives, affecting their physical, cognitive, and emotional well-being. Understanding how these individuals participate in daily activities and societal roles is crucial for optimal rehabilitation and support. Patient-reported outcome measures (PROMs) offer valuable insights into stroke survivors' experiences and perceptions regarding their participation in various life aspects. This systematic review focuses on PROMs specifically designed to evaluate participation following stroke, based on the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF). By analyzing existing measures, this review is aimed at identifying gaps, strengths, and opportunities for enhancing participation assessment in stroke rehabilitation. <b>Method:</b> A comprehensive search of keywords related to stroke, participation, and assessment was conducted across multiple databases, including Scopus, Embase, Medline, Cochrane Library, PEDro, and OTseeker. The review process was conducted based on the PRISMA-Consensus-based Standards for the Selection of Health Measurement Instruments (COSMIN) guidelines. The COSMIN checklist was utilized to investigate the psychometric properties of the studies, and the results were synthesized narratively. <b>Results:</b> Thirty-seven studies were ultimately included in the review after the full-text evaluation. The review identified 10 PROMs, including the Functional Behavior Profile, Meaningful Activities Participation Assessment, Nottingham Extensive Activities of Daily Living Scale, Rivermead Mobility Index, Reintegration to Normal Living Index, The Subjective Index for Physical and Social Outcome, and Stroke Impact Scales. While these tools are developed with appropriate psychometric properties and focus on varying dimensions of survivors' participation, significant gaps remain in fully addressing their comprehensive needs. Specifically, the tools often overlook contextual differences and fail to adequately assess satisfaction in daily activities. <b>Conclusion:</b> The identified gaps illustrate the need for more comprehensive measures that accurately capture stroke survivors' diverse experiences. Improving these assessments is essential for informing clinical practice and rehabilitation strategies, ultimately enhancing patient engagement, satisfaction, and quality of life and improving rehabilitation outcomes for stroke survivors.</p>","PeriodicalId":49140,"journal":{"name":"Occupational Therapy International","volume":"2025 ","pages":"4928745"},"PeriodicalIF":0.9,"publicationDate":"2025-07-17","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12289369/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144709668","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":"Current Practice of Occupational Therapy for Common Disorders Seen in Rehabilitation Clinics in Saudi Arabia.","authors":"Alaa M Arafah, Samar Altherwy, Seham Alzahrani, Ghadeer Alghamdi, Roaa Alghamdi, Mannar Haddad","doi":"10.1155/oti/5192064","DOIUrl":"10.1155/oti/5192064","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p><b>Background:</b> The role of occupational therapy is to provide management for various conditions including neurological, musculoskeletal, and psychological disorders, with the aim of maximizing function and independency in daily occupations. According to the World Federation of Occupational Therapists (WFOT), occupational therapy is a client-centered health profession concerned with promoting health and well-being through occupation. In Saudi Arabia, there are escalating rates of chronic conditions, which create an increasing demand for occupational therapy services. Yet, occupational therapy practice frameworks, as well as areas of assessment and intervention, are not well explored within the context of Saudi Arabia. <b>Purpose:</b> The aim of this research is to identify the most common disorders that occupational therapists work with within Saudi Arabia and the approaches used for managing these disorders. <b>Methods:</b> This was a cross-sectional study. An electronic survey was distributed to 230 occupational therapists working in Saudi Arabia. The survey consisted of two sections; the first was on educational backgrounds, and the second section was about the common conditions encountered in a clinical setting and the treatment approaches applied. The interventions nominated by participants were mapped to the person-environment-occupation model and to the occupational therapy practice framework. <b>Results:</b> The overall response rate was 57%. Analysis of data of 131 participants revealed that neurological diseases (e.g., stroke, multiple sclerosis, and Parkinson's disease) were the most common conditions managed by occupational therapists (64.3%), while respiratory diseases had the lowest percentage (4.7%). With regard to intervention approaches, \"therapeutic exercise\" was the most commonly applied approach as was reported by 77.1% of the therapists, while \"functional electrical stimulation\" was the lowest chosen approach as it was applied by 19.8% of the therapists. <b>Conclusion:</b> Occupational therapists in Saudi Arabia manage a variety of conditions and apply a wide range of rehabilitation approaches, yet gaps still exist in providing a holistic approach. The study emphasizes the importance of redirecting the focus of occupational therapists to core concepts of maximizing functioning and occupational performance and using occupation as a mean and as an outcome of rehabilitation.</p>","PeriodicalId":49140,"journal":{"name":"Occupational Therapy International","volume":"2025 ","pages":"5192064"},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2025-07-15","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12283176/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144692112","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":"A Standardised Car Seat Transfer Test: Reliability and Concurrent Validity.","authors":"Tarcisio F de Campos, Mitchell Wolden, Marie K March, Deshitha Hewawasam, Brandon Boumelhem, Jessica J Spurr, James M Khoury, Nick Vertzyas, Steven G Faux, Gregory C Gass, Sean F Mungovan","doi":"10.1155/oti/7306142","DOIUrl":"10.1155/oti/7306142","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p><b>Introduction:</b> Transferring effectively into and out of a vehicle seat is required for functional mobility and social participation. Reliable and valid vehicle and simulator car seat transfer tests are limited. The aim of this study was to assess the reliability and concurrent validity of a car seat transfer test for application with a vehicle and a simulator car seat. <b>Methods:</b> A cross-sectional study was conducted and reported according to the Guidelines for Reporting Reliability and Agreement Studies (GRRAS), the Strengthening the Reporting of Observational Studies in Epidemiology (STROBE) statements and the National Statement on Ethical Conduct in Human Research 2007. Consecutive healthy adults who expressed interest and met the inclusion criteria were recruited for our study. A standardised vehicle and simulator car seat transfer test was undertaken on two visits, 7 days apart. WOMAC, hip and knee active range of motion assessment, self-selected gait speed measurement and the five-repetition sit-to-stand test were undertaken on the first visit. <b>Results:</b> Complete data collection was performed with 42 healthy adults. There was good interrater (ICC = 0.99; 95% CI 0.99, 1.00), intrarater (ICC = 0.79; 95% CI 0.62, 0.89 to ICC = 0.91; 95% CI 0.76, 0.96) and test-retest reliability (ICC = 0.87; 95% CI 0.77, 0.93 to ICC = 0.94; 95% CI 0.89, 0.96) for car seat transfer test times for getting into and out of the vehicle and the simulator car seat. There were strong and significant correlations (<i>r</i> = 0.84-0.89) between the vehicle and simulator car seat test times; these times correlated significantly with measures of physical function including self-selected gait speed and five-repetition sit-to-stand test results (<i>p</i> < 0.001). <b>Conclusion:</b> A standardised car seat transfer test is reliable and valid for testing car seat transfer ability in a vehicle and a simulator car seat.</p>","PeriodicalId":49140,"journal":{"name":"Occupational Therapy International","volume":"2025 ","pages":"7306142"},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2025-07-14","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12279433/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144683530","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 Therapy Acute Care Self-Efficacy Scale (OTACSES): Development, Test-Retest Reliability, and Precision.","authors":"Corey McGee, Hannah Oldenburg","doi":"10.1155/oti/8848379","DOIUrl":"10.1155/oti/8848379","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p><b>Introduction:</b> Delivering occupational therapy services in the acute care setting requires certain skills and abilities to ensure safety and effectiveness among a variety of medically complex populations. Presently, no standardized tool exists to assess OT students' self-efficacy in this context. In this study, we developed the O<i>ccupational Therapy Acute Care Self-Efficacy Scale</i> (<i>OTACSES</i>) to assess OT student self-efficacy in acute care contexts and tested its test-retest reliability and precision in first-year OT students. <b>Materials and Methods:</b> Researchers developed the scale items based on literature, expert interviews, and a student population. The OTACSES was then administered to 47 OT students to assess the internal consistency of \"abilities\" and \"knowledge\" subscales. Following the process of item reduction, the scale was readministered a week later after a no \"intervention\" control period. Student test and retest data were analyzed to assess reliability and precision. <b>Results:</b> The finalized knowledge and abilities subscales demonstrated excellent internal consistency. Further, the total and subscale scores demonstrated excellent test-retest reliability and acceptable precision. Finally, changes of five, three, and seven points in the abilities, knowledge, and total scores, respectively, can be assumed to be \"meaningful.\" <b>Discussion:</b> The OTACSES is a reliable and precise tool for measuring students' self-efficacy in the acute care setting. We present preliminary data on clinically meaningful change. Further research focusing on the tool as an outcome measure of the efficacy of acute care-relevant OT education and its appropriateness for use among practitioners is needed.</p>","PeriodicalId":49140,"journal":{"name":"Occupational Therapy International","volume":"2025 ","pages":"8848379"},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2025-07-10","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12271710/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144676271","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":"Clinical Tools for Assessing One-Handed Skills in Children With Cerebral Palsy: An Umbrella Review.","authors":"Samira Boroumand, Marzieh Pashmdarfard, Dorsa Hamedi, Afsoon Hassani Mehraban","doi":"10.1155/oti/8847527","DOIUrl":"10.1155/oti/8847527","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p><b>Introduction:</b> This study is aimed at identifying suitable tools capable of evaluating one-handed skills in children with cerebral palsy (CP). <b>Methods:</b> In this article, the systematic reviews on upper extremity assessment tools for children with CP from 2000 to 2024 were identified in databases, including Google Scholar, PubMed, Web of Knowledge, and Scopus. Then, the obtained tools were evaluated, among which only those capable of assessing one-handed skills in children aged 3 years and older in accordance with the activity level of the International Classification of Functioning, Disability, and Health were selected to evaluate the quality of evidence and psychometric properties in children with CP using CanChild Outcome Measure Rating Form. <b>Results:</b> A total of 13 systematic reviews were selected for further analysis. Subsequently, 149 tools were identified for initial evaluation, of which 18 were capable of assessing one-handed skills in children with CP. Among these, COPM, ACHES, and PMAL_R demonstrated excellent evidence for overall clinical utility. <b>Conclusion:</b> This study showed that among the numerous tools available for assessing one-handed skills in children with CP, only a limited number have excellent evidence for overall clinical utility. These findings can serve as a basis for selecting more precise, evidence-based tools in the assessment, and rehabilitation interventions for these children.</p>","PeriodicalId":49140,"journal":{"name":"Occupational Therapy International","volume":"2025 ","pages":"8847527"},"PeriodicalIF":0.9,"publicationDate":"2025-06-23","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12208770/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144530696","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":"Effectiveness of Sound-Based Interventions for Improving Functional Outcomes in Children: A Systematic Review of the Evidence.","authors":"Vanessa Vincent, Gemma Skaczkowski, Donna Hughes-Barton, Kate M Gunn","doi":"10.1155/oti/1693722","DOIUrl":"10.1155/oti/1693722","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p><b>Introduction:</b> The aim of this review was to examine the evidence for sound-based interventions in decreasing auditory hypersensitivity and improving behavioural and emotional regulation among children. <b>Methods:</b> A systematic review was conducted of primary research examining the use of sound-based interventions to reduce auditory hypersensitivity and regulate emotion or behaviour. Studies were eligible if they were published in English in a peer-reviewed journal, from January 2010 to March 2023. Studies of any design were included. <b>Results:</b> A total of 4741 titles were identified in the search. Eight papers were eligible, covering six different sound-based interventions. Preliminary evidence highlights improvements in depression and anxiety symptomatology and improved behavioural outcomes including language, listening, and social behaviours. Heterogeneity was high across studies; they varied widely in sample size, population type, study design, and outcomes measured. <b>Conclusions:</b> There is preliminary evidence for the effectiveness of sound-based interventions in improving auditory sensitivity and emotional and behavioural outcomes. However, there is a need for higher quality studies, including randomised controlled trials, and consistency in outcomes across studies to enable a clearer assessment of the evidence.</p>","PeriodicalId":49140,"journal":{"name":"Occupational Therapy International","volume":"2025 ","pages":"1693722"},"PeriodicalIF":0.9,"publicationDate":"2025-06-05","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12163202/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144303412","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}