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Occupational Therapy Interventions For Patients With Substance Use Disorders: A Practitioner Guide, Mary Barrett
Occupational Therapy Interventions For Patients With Substance Use Disorders: A Practitioner Guide, Mary Barrett
Student eBooks
Occupational therapy interventions for treating clients with substance use disorders. 10 modules which include a section for education, skills instruction, therapeutic activities, goal setting, and assessment tools. The areas included are coping mechanisms, health management, medication management, mental health, occupational engagement, pain management, sleep hygiene, stress management, time management, and work readiness. This project was completed as part of a capstone project at Cleveland State University by an occupational therapy doctoral student.
Community Safe Space For Individuals Impacted By The Opioid Epidemic, Lindsay Haywood
Community Safe Space For Individuals Impacted By The Opioid Epidemic, Lindsay Haywood
Occupational Therapy Doctoral Student Capstone Posters
This capstone was developed with Project White Butterfly, a non-profit organization, for individuals impacted by a loved one’s substance use. The goal was to create a supportive social gathering that focuses on safety, transparency, peer support, empowerment, and renewal of hope while utilizing a Trauma-Informed Care model.
Addressing Mental Health For Veterans With Spinal Cord Injury, Colleen Bentler
Addressing Mental Health For Veterans With Spinal Cord Injury, Colleen Bentler
Occupational Therapy Doctoral Student Capstone Posters
This capstone was completed at the Cleveland VA Medical Center and included the development and implementation of a 6-week mental health program for veterans with spinal cord injuries. The program provided veterans with resources and positive coping strategies to improve mental health, while providing therapists with evidence-based interventions to address inpatient veteran well-being. Implications of this project outline the benefits to providing group-based interventions to address mental health concerns and the importance of destigmatizing access to mental health services within the veteran population.
The Development Of An Inclusive Post-Secondary Program At Cleveland State University: Doctoral Capstone Project, Riley Chiu
Occupational Therapy Doctoral Student Capstone Posters
This capstone was focused on the development of an inclusive post-secondary program for students with intellectual disabilities, the Reciprocal Inclusion Student Experience Program at Cleveland State University. Activities included designing courses on career development, independent living, and self-determination for the novel program and communicating with the community to advocate for diversity inclusion..
Trauma-Informed Care Professional Development For K-12 Educators From An Occupational Therapy Perspective, Sarah Farrance
Trauma-Informed Care Professional Development For K-12 Educators From An Occupational Therapy Perspective, Sarah Farrance
Occupational Therapy Doctoral Student Capstone Posters
According to SAMHSA, more than 66% of children report that they have experienced at least one traumatic event by the age of 16. The focus of this capstone project was create a trauma-informed care professional development program to equip K-12 educators in traditional school settings so that they can address trauma in their students appropriately and successfully. This was done through understanding, working with, and implementing the Every Moment Counts mental health promotion initiative with the students at Bridges Learning Center in Akron Public Schools.
Occupational Therapy For Adults With Intellectual And Developmental Disabilities, Clarice Aquila
Occupational Therapy For Adults With Intellectual And Developmental Disabilities, Clarice Aquila
Occupational Therapy Doctoral Student Capstone Posters
This capstone was completed at Cleveland State University as a point of outreach to various organizations in Northeast Ohio to determine the gaps in services for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Occupational therapy services within this population have been promoted to various organizations.
Implementing A Health And Nutrition Program In Schools To Promote Healthy Lifestyle Choices, Justine Anderson
Implementing A Health And Nutrition Program In Schools To Promote Healthy Lifestyle Choices, Justine Anderson
Occupational Therapy Doctoral Student Capstone Posters
y program aims to address obesity by educating faculty, children, and parents on proper nutrition and exercise to provide kids with the resources to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Students participated in groups incorporating fun ways to exercise, learning about food groups, creating food crafts with healthy foods, then trying those foods at their leisure. The idea is to expose them to new and/or healthier foods to expand their options for a healthier diet. Resources were also sent home for parents to give them fun activities to do at home that will continue developing their child’s knowledge and expand their palate.
Trauma Recovery On College Campuses, Madison Thomas
Trauma Recovery On College Campuses, Madison Thomas
Occupational Therapy Doctoral Student Capstone Posters
With the support of REBOOT Recovery, this capstone was completed to bridge the gap between college students who have experienced traumatic events and the lack of tier two services available on Cleveland State's Campus. The goal of this capstone was to show the efficacy of REBOOT Recovery's programming as well as show improvements in overall quality of life.
Online Stress Management Resources In Higher Education: A Pilot Study, Diana Leonardo
Online Stress Management Resources In Higher Education: A Pilot Study, Diana Leonardo
Occupational Therapy Doctoral Student Capstone Posters
The focus of this capstone was to promote mental health through stress management at Cleveland State University. A Blackboard shell was developed using evidence-based stress management strategies. In collaboration with Cleveland State University, we explored the efficacy of the shell and updated it for future use on campus.
Well Mind, Well Life: A Mental Wellness Program For Lgbtq Young Adults, Michelle Casey
Well Mind, Well Life: A Mental Wellness Program For Lgbtq Young Adults, Michelle Casey
Occupational Therapy Doctoral Student Capstone Posters
This capstone was in partnership with the LGBT Community Center of Greater Cleveland. It included the development of a peer-led program for queer-identifying young adults to promote mental wellness. Free resources have been provided to the site to enhance mental wellness promotion at the Center.
Pediatric Occupational Therapy Kits For Cuyahoga County Families, Shiri Akrish
Pediatric Occupational Therapy Kits For Cuyahoga County Families, Shiri Akrish
Occupational Therapy Doctoral Student Capstone Posters
Pediatric occupational therapy kits were provided to families of children ages 3-5 served by Family Connections of Northeast Ohio. Kits were used to accessibly educate families on occupational therapy services. Each kit included a developmental milestone checklist, follow-up resources, and items to encourage cognition, social-emotional, and fine & gross motor skill development.
Psychosocial Health Intervention In The Intensive Care Unit (Icu): Occupational Therapy's Role, Rachel Kucharczyk
Psychosocial Health Intervention In The Intensive Care Unit (Icu): Occupational Therapy's Role, Rachel Kucharczyk
Occupational Therapy Doctoral Student Capstone Posters
This capstone adovcated for the importance in addressing psychosocial health for individuals admitted to University Hospitals' Intensive Care Unit(s), specifically from an occupational therapy perspective. This capstone included the creation and implementation of a psychosocial health toolkit containing 50+ resources for therapists to utilize within their practice.
Training Program For First Responders On Autism Spectrum Disorder, Danielle Giles
Training Program For First Responders On Autism Spectrum Disorder, Danielle Giles
Occupational Therapy Doctoral Student Capstone Posters
In collaboration with the Cuyahoga Board of Developmental Disabilities, this capstone expanded and updated the current autism training program for the Cleveland Police Department. The goal of the capstone was to use best research and practice to promote more positive interactions between law enforcement and autistic members of the community.
Occupational Therapy's Role In Infant Feeding & Postpartum Support, Megan Gallagher
Occupational Therapy's Role In Infant Feeding & Postpartum Support, Megan Gallagher
Occupational Therapy Doctoral Student Capstone Posters
A smooth transition to parenthood requires education and preparation on what to expect and new roles, responsibilities, and occupations. This capstone, in collaboration with Nurture Columbus, developed educational resources for new parents to help meet their infant feeding goals and facilitate a smooth transition throughout the postpartum period. In addition, education for healthcare professionals on the distinct value of occupational therapy during the perinatal period is included.
The Importance Of A Self-Determination Integrated Transition-To-Work Program For Young Adults With Intellectual And Developmental Disabilities: A Program Development Plan, Carissa Bellino
Occupational Therapy Doctoral Student Capstone Posters
This capstone experience was completed at Beyond the Challenge, an adult day program for young adults with Down Syndrome. The goal was advocating for the need to address "soft skills" for successful employment. The final outcomes was the development and implementation of an 8-week program promoting self-determination skills through work-related activities.
Occupational Therapy's Value In A Campus Support Program For Former Foster Youth, Autumn Blatt
Occupational Therapy's Value In A Campus Support Program For Former Foster Youth, Autumn Blatt
Occupational Therapy Doctoral Student Capstone Posters
This capstone focused on students at Cleveland State University's Pratt Center, which provides support for students with a history in foster care. Capstone activities included implementing workshops focused on important life skills and psychosocial development. The final product was a grant proposal on behalf of the Pratt Center.
Occupational Therapy’S Role In Using Video Games As An Exercise Modality For Community Dwelling Older Adults, Sara Janosik
Occupational Therapy’S Role In Using Video Games As An Exercise Modality For Community Dwelling Older Adults, Sara Janosik
Occupational Therapy Doctoral Student Capstone Posters
Video games for physical rehabilitation have gained popularity in the clinic and community. This capstone project, completed at Cleveland State University, analyzed the physical, environmental, in-game, and real-world requirements for various Nintendo Switch games using therapeutic practice frameworks in order to incorporate them into clinical implications for health promotion and prevention.
Missed Opportunities To Soothe Distress: Occupational Therapy (Ot) And The End Of Life, Joseph Mastrangelo
Missed Opportunities To Soothe Distress: Occupational Therapy (Ot) And The End Of Life, Joseph Mastrangelo
Occupational Therapy Doctoral Student Capstone Posters
Hospice patients are underserved by rehabilitation professionals. This capstone, at the Hospice of the Western Reserve, advocate for occupational therapy services for hospice clients by demonstrating specific skills, identifying critical needs, and educating relevent stakeholders about the potential impact of OT for those at the end of life.
Incorporating "Occupation" Into Evaluations And Treatments For The Hand And Upper Extremity Population, Kaelyn Cantrell
Incorporating "Occupation" Into Evaluations And Treatments For The Hand And Upper Extremity Population, Kaelyn Cantrell
Occupational Therapy Doctoral Student Capstone Posters
This capstone was at the Cleveland clinic Hand Therapy Department. It focused on exploring, identifying and creating ways to enhance the use of occupation into evaluations and interventions for individuals with hand and other upper extremity conditions. This was done by identifying five evidence and occupation-based recommendations that could be implemented and explored at the Cleveland Clinic (research on outcome measures, updating a handout to address activities of daily living (ADLs) while wearing a splint, updated ADL kits, creating treatment cards, and created a manipulation board). This information was disseminated to the hand therapists for future use in practice.
Mental Health Promotion In Occupational Therapy, Taylor Frazee
Mental Health Promotion In Occupational Therapy, Taylor Frazee
Occupational Therapy Doctoral Student Capstone Posters
The capstone project was completed at Cleveland State University to assist the Occupational Therapy Doctorate Program with the creation of learning experiences for its students so they may effectively advocate and promote the mental health of clients served. It identified barriers in practice, gathered evidence to support the use of mental health promotion in practice, and created resources to enhance students’ abilities to advocate for OT’s scope of practice in mental health.
How Can Occupational Therapy Enhance Existing Substance Use Disorder Treatment In Summit County, Ohio?, Mary Barrett
How Can Occupational Therapy Enhance Existing Substance Use Disorder Treatment In Summit County, Ohio?, Mary Barrett
Occupational Therapy Doctoral Student Capstone Posters
This capstone project focused on the role of occupational therapy in substance use disorder treatment. While working at Cleveland State University a needs assessment of the services available in Summit County was conducted. The final project was the development of a pilot OT intervention program for agencies to utilize in their treatment services.
Assessment Tool For Pet Ownership In The Older Adult Population (Poat), Eva Petrik
Assessment Tool For Pet Ownership In The Older Adult Population (Poat), Eva Petrik
Occupational Therapy Doctoral Student Capstone Posters
Having a pet can be a meaningful occupation that promotes healthy aging. Many older adults may have difficulty taking care of pets. This capstone focused on the development of an assessment tool to evaluate the challenges of pet ownership for older adults and identify supports needed to maintain pet ownership.
Guidance And Support With The Life Transition For Student-Athletes Experiencing Retirement, Alex Usselman
Guidance And Support With The Life Transition For Student-Athletes Experiencing Retirement, Alex Usselman
Occupational Therapy Doctoral Student Capstone Posters
In conjunction with Cleveland State University's Athletic Department, this capstone focused on identifying the concerns with retirement from college athletics. Through observation, an extensive survey, and personal interviews, pertinent concerns were identified that will aid the Athletic Department in fostering a healthy retirement experience for current and future student-athletes
Sensory Processing Versus Behaviors In Preschool-Aged Students, Megan Brugnone
Sensory Processing Versus Behaviors In Preschool-Aged Students, Megan Brugnone
Occupational Therapy Doctoral Student Capstone Posters
The capstone was completed at Sutter Park Preschool. After careful observation and research, checklists were created to help teachers and OTs identify the differences between sensory preferences and behaviors in students (3-6 years old). Teachers were given information to help them determine when additional supports were needed as well.
Sensory Map Of Local Zoo: A Capstone Project, Felicity Elsaesser
Sensory Map Of Local Zoo: A Capstone Project, Felicity Elsaesser
Occupational Therapy Doctoral Student Capstone Posters
This capstone was conducted at the Cleveland Zoo in partnership with Cleveland State University. An accessible map was created to allow individuals with sensory sensitivities to enjoy this large, outdoor space. The final outcome was an increase in the accessibility and inclusivity at the zoo.
Improving The Delivery Of Developmental Care In The Nicu: A Focus On Co-Occupational Engagement, Christina Martella
Improving The Delivery Of Developmental Care In The Nicu: A Focus On Co-Occupational Engagement, Christina Martella
Occupational Therapy Doctoral Student Capstone Posters
The role of the parent being the primary caregiver is interrupted in the NICU by the advanced care the infant is being provided. These parental role alterations that NICU caregivers experience can negatively impact the parent-infant relationship and ultimately negatively impact overall parental engagement. Even with increased literature showing the need for developmental care through co-occupational engagement with NICU families, it is not systematically integrated into everyday practice. This capstone project aimed to create a systematic way to improve Occupational Therapists’ approach to delivering high quality developmental care through co-occupational parent engagement within the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit.
Occupational Therapy Within The Senior Community: Low Vision's Influence On Social Participation, Erin Difranco
Occupational Therapy Within The Senior Community: Low Vision's Influence On Social Participation, Erin Difranco
Occupational Therapy Doctoral Student Capstone Posters
This capstone focused on the impact of low vision on social participation within the senior community at Ohio Living. Activities were provided to enhance social participation in the facility by educating staff on low vision resources that will make social activities more accessible for residents with low vision.
Improving Children's Mental Health Through Outdoor Recreation, Hannah Presot
Improving Children's Mental Health Through Outdoor Recreation, Hannah Presot
Occupational Therapy Doctoral Student Capstone Posters
This capstone focused on using outdoor recreation to improve mental health in the pediatric population. In partnership with the Center for LifeSkills, a modified curriculum manual and caregiver handouts were developed to enhance the development of positive metal health among the children who participate in the program.
Doing, Being, Becoming, & Belonging: Addressing Leisure To Improve Quality Of Life (Qol) For People With Spinal Cord Injury (Sci), Melanie Grady
Doing, Being, Becoming, & Belonging: Addressing Leisure To Improve Quality Of Life (Qol) For People With Spinal Cord Injury (Sci), Melanie Grady
Occupational Therapy Doctoral Student Capstone Posters
Client-centered adaptive recreation and leisure activities were explored in rehabilitation and community settings, in collaboration with the Spinal Cord Injury (SCI) Department at the Louis Stokes Cleveland VA Medical Center. A guidebook was created outlining adaptive leisure equipment and local opportunities in promote participation and fulfillment among individuals with SCI.
Occupational Therapy In The Criminal Justice System: Assessing Social And Occupational Engagement Within The Correctional Facility Context, Erika Tucker
Occupational Therapy Doctoral Student Capstone Posters
This capstone consisted of conducting an observational research study at Northeast Reintegration Center utilizing the Assessment tool for Occupation and Social Engagement -- Correctional Facilities to understand how a prison environment supports and/or limits pro-social behaviors and engagement in productive activities among the understudied population of females who are incarcerated.