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Family Perspectives On Traumatic Brain Injury: Caregiver Training, Aimee Fay
Family Perspectives On Traumatic Brain Injury: Caregiver Training, Aimee Fay
School of Occupational Therapy Master's Theses (2010-2015)
The purpose of this qualitative study was to explore the experiences of three caregivers, each of whom received hospital based inpatient caregiver training within the past five years and were caring for a family member with traumatic brain injury (TBI). Data gathered from interviews with caregivers revealed four major themes, one with subthemes. The themes were: 1) “Changes in Family Roles after TBI,” (2) “Need for More than Physical Training” with subthemes, “Psychosocial Support for Caregivers,” and “Social Isolation;” (3) “Expectations for Behaviors and Recovery,” and (4) “Identity Blurring.” These themes suggest that the individuals in this study likely could …
Current Trends In Occupational Therapy Low Vision Rehabilitation, Amber Chonsky
Current Trends In Occupational Therapy Low Vision Rehabilitation, Amber Chonsky
School of Occupational Therapy Master's Theses (2010-2015)
In the U.S. the number of adults age 40 and older who are blind or have low vision is 3.3 million (National Eye Institute, 2004) and it is expected to reach 5.5 million by the year 2020 (U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, 2011). The background and training occupational therapists receive on disability and aging puts them in a position to serve this population of individuals with low vision concerns. This study described the level of knowledge, confidence and practices of occupational therapists in the U.S. who work in physical disability settings with regard to the assessment and treatment …
P.E. 4 All: Modifications For General Education Physical Education Teachers For Inclusive Classes, Sarah Bicker
P.E. 4 All: Modifications For General Education Physical Education Teachers For Inclusive Classes, Sarah Bicker
School of Occupational Therapy Master's Theses (2010-2015)
Physical activity provides all people, including those with disabilities, with many physical, mental, and social benefits. Participation in a physical education class at school is very important for students with disabilities, not only to reap the physical benefits but also to help build an identity, confidence, friendships, and to feel success. This project was to provide an educational guidebook and one-on-one training for a general education P.E. teacher who has volunteered to teach a pull out class of high school students with an Autism Spectrum Disorder or severe learning disability. The educational guidebook provided an overview of the legislation impacting …
Strategies Used By Older Adults To Age In Place, Kate Schwartz
Strategies Used By Older Adults To Age In Place, Kate Schwartz
School of Occupational Therapy Master's Theses (2010-2015)
This study examined the plans and adaptations utilized by older adults to age in place and the strategies that supported participation in occupation during the aging process. Three community-dwelling older adult women over the age of 65 participated in semi-structured qualitative interviews. The themes identified were: The importance of a support network, remaining active, and pride in independence. An overarching theme consistently reflected throughout interviews was, subconscious aging. Occupational therapists can help older adults to consciously think about the aging process and assist with strategies that will afford them to age in place.