Occupational Therapy And Sensory Integration For Children With Autism: A Feasibility, Safety, Acceptability And Fidelity Study.,
2012
Thomas Jefferson University
Occupational Therapy And Sensory Integration For Children With Autism: A Feasibility, Safety, Acceptability And Fidelity Study., Roseann C Schaaf, Teal W. Benevides, Donna Kelly, Zoe Mailloux-Maggio
Department of Occupational Therapy Faculty Papers
Objective: To examine the feasibility, safety, and acceptability of a manualized protocol of occupational therapy using sensory integration principles for children with autism. Methods: Ten children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder ages 4-8 years received intensive occupational therapy intervention using sensory integration principles following a manualized protocol. Measures of feasibility, acceptability and safety were collected from parents and interveners, and fidelity was measured using a valid and reliable fidelity instrument. Results: The intervention is safe and feasible to implement, acceptable to parents and therapist, and therapists were able to implement protocol with adequate fidelity. These data provide support for implementation …
Fotonovelas: A Parent Resource And Education Guide For Underserved Hispanic Families With Autism In Marin County,
2012
Dominican University of California
Fotonovelas: A Parent Resource And Education Guide For Underserved Hispanic Families With Autism In Marin County, Tiffany Chi, Monica Christina Guzman Critchfield, Isaac Xuliang Stahlhut
Graduate Master's Theses, Capstones, and Culminating Projects
The current estimated prevalence of autism in the United States is 1 out of 88 children, up from 2006 when the estimated prevalence of autism was 1 out of 110 (Centers for Disease and Prevention, 2012). Increasing numbers are a major concern because there is a greater need for services for individuals with autism. According to Kidsdata (2010), approximately 5.7% of Marin County of California’s population of children has a diagnosis of autism. The Hispanic community forms the largest minority group in Marin County, consisting of 15.5% of the population (US Census Bureau, 2010). This community was the target underserved …
Task Analysis For A Food Processing Facility: A Social Enterprise For Persons From Underemployed Populations,
2012
Dominican University of California
Task Analysis For A Food Processing Facility: A Social Enterprise For Persons From Underemployed Populations, Louise Bobbitt, Jeremy Darrimon, Jessi Saaty
Graduate Master's Theses, Capstones, and Culminating Projects
Social enterprises aim to be agents of recovery for consumers of mental health services but lack knowledge of how to accurately identify workplace supports, accommodations, and modifications that are appropriate for their clients. Graduate occupational therapy students were contacted to assist with an activity analysis at a food processing facility that serves persons with mental illnesses. Occupational therapy is well suited to assist with task analysis and consult on work environments for persons with mental illnesses. In three sessions over five months a task-oriented analysis of work tasks at a food processing facility that employed people with mental illnesses was …
A Flexible Home Design For A Comfortable Lifestyle: A Case Study Of The Effect Of Universal Design,
2012
Western Michigan University
A Flexible Home Design For A Comfortable Lifestyle: A Case Study Of The Effect Of Universal Design, Meghann Balmer Dehaan
Honors Theses
This thesis examines a case study of a married couple who are transitioning into a new stage of their life after retirement. They are no longer comfortable in their current home and are considering other living options. A floor plan was universally designed to meet the needs of the couple and also the needs of all others who enter the home. This includes no-step entry, barrier free design, and adaptability in each room of the home. The project puts an emphasis on the importance of efficiency, adaptability, flexibility, and comfort in the home environment. An occupational therapist’s scope of practice …
Refugee Resettlement Through The Lens Of Occupational Therapy,
2012
University of Puget Sound
Refugee Resettlement Through The Lens Of Occupational Therapy, Emily Lunden
School of Occupational Therapy Master's Theses (2010-2015)
Displaced from their homeland and housed in camps around the world, refugees live in hope of resettlement into a place of stability and peace. Although resettlement offers stability, it also creates a condition of occupational deprivation as a refugee steps from their culture into another. Occupational therapy recognizes that engagement in meaningful activities is paramount to sustaining health and well-being, and assists individuals in overcoming hurdles which prevent them from engaging in those activities. This project was created to provide resources for caseworkers and volunteers at World Relief to assist in the process of integrating recently resettled refugees into the …
Spiritual History Assessment And Occupational Therapy: Students Using The Fica©,
2012
University of Puget Sound
Spiritual History Assessment And Occupational Therapy: Students Using The Fica©, Patricia Kelso-Wright
School of Occupational Therapy Master's Theses (2010-2015)
The purpose of this study was to examine students’ perceptions of spiritual history assessment and/or the experience of administering the FICA© with an adult client in an on-campus clinic. A retrospective survey was completed by 13 second year occupational therapy students enrolled in a clinic class. Of the 13 respondents, ten were able to implement the FICA©. Data collection included: demographic information; Likert scaled questions; and open and close-ended questions. Quantitative data were analyzed and the results indicated an increase in respondents’ confidence in administering a spiritual history assessment and discussing a client’s spiritual history. Seven of ten respondents noted …
P.E. 4 All: Modifications For General Education Physical Education Teachers For Inclusive Classes,
2012
University of Puget Sound
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 …
Family Perspectives On Traumatic Brain Injury: Caregiver Training,
2012
University of Puget Sound
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 …
Gaming Systems And Geriatrics: A Guide For The Use And Identification Of Gaming Systems And Games Within Occupational Therapy Interventions,
2012
University of Puget Sound
Gaming Systems And Geriatrics: A Guide For The Use And Identification Of Gaming Systems And Games Within Occupational Therapy Interventions, Luis Rodriguez-Santos
School of Occupational Therapy Master's Theses (2010-2015)
Participation in meaningful activities is an important aspect of occupational therapy interventions in geriatric settings. As people age, they are confronted with decreased physical and mental capabilities and an increased susceptibility to disease that limits functional independence. Incorporating opportunities for physical, cognitive, and social activity into interventions will help older adults improve their quality of life. Gaming systems such as the Nintendo WiiTM, Xbox KinectTM, or the Omni VRTM provide occupational therapists with a modality that addresses client factors in a way that combines physical, cognitive, and social factors while also being meaningful and fun. …
Dogs As An Intervention For Behavioral Symptoms Of Older Adults With Dementia: A Systematic Review,
2012
University of Puget Sound
Dogs As An Intervention For Behavioral Symptoms Of Older Adults With Dementia: A Systematic Review, Katie E. Mclellan
School of Occupational Therapy Master's Theses (2010-2015)
The purpose of this systematic review was to determine if dogs are an effective occupational therapy intervention for reducing agitation and increasing social participation among older adults with symptoms of dementia by examining and rating the current published evidence. Studies were included if a dog was the primary intervention, and participants were at least 65 years of age with a diagnosis of dementia. Eleven studies were identified that met inclusion criteria. A majority of those studies found that the use of a dog reduced agitated behaviors and promoted social participation in older adults with dementia. While the variability in the …
Effectiveness Of Low Electrical Sensory Stimulation From Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (Tens) In Promoting Upper Extremity Functionality Of Two Individuals Post-Stroke,
2012
University of Puget Sound
Effectiveness Of Low Electrical Sensory Stimulation From Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (Tens) In Promoting Upper Extremity Functionality Of Two Individuals Post-Stroke, Shu-Min Lin
School of Occupational Therapy Master's Theses (2010-2015)
The purpose of this study was to examine the effects of low sensory electrical stimulation provided by a TENS unit on improving hand functionality in the treatment of patients post-stroke. An A-B-A single-subject design was used and two subjects participated in this study; one was a 70-year-old female who was 6 years post-stroke and one was a 63-year-old male 2 years post-stroke. For participant 1, there was no significant change in active extension of the first three digits but significant improvement in little finger active extension was shown when the intervention was introduced. The large light object subtest from the …
Occupational Therapist Practices Regarding Cognitive Deficits In Mild Acquired Brain Injury,
2012
University of Puget Sound
Occupational Therapist Practices Regarding Cognitive Deficits In Mild Acquired Brain Injury, Kristina Babbitt
School of Occupational Therapy Master's Theses (2010-2015)
This study examined occupational therapists’ current knowledge and practices in cognitive rehabilitation for adults with mild acquired brain injury (mABI). A survey was sent to 250 occupational therapists with questions that addressed assessment, treatment, and discharge planning for this population. Fifty-seven therapists (22.8%) returned the survey and met inclusion criteria. The Mini-Mental State Examination was the most well-known and used assessment overall and the Assessment of Motor and Process Skills and Executive Function Performance Test were the most well-known and used occupationally based assessments. Therapists cited availability of an assessment as the main reason for use and lack of knowledge …
Healing Spaces: Gardening Activities For Stress-Reduction,
2012
University of Puget Sound
Healing Spaces: Gardening Activities For Stress-Reduction, Leslie Dietz
School of Occupational Therapy Master's Theses (2010-2015)
The therapeutic benefits of peaceful garden environments have been understood since ancient times. As healthcare professionals begin to recognize the benefits of using the natural environment and plants as a therapy modality, Horticultural Therapyis emerging in many hospitals, nursing homes, and mental health facilities around the country. The purpose of this project was to create a resource manual for use in a group home for people living with HIV/AIDS and comorbid mental illness. The manual, which will be used by volunteer “CareTeams” working in the home, offers ideas on creating a healing space for the residents, as well as therapeutic …
Educational Class Series For The University Of Puget Sound Pediatric On-Site Clinic,
2012
University of Puget Sound
Educational Class Series For The University Of Puget Sound Pediatric On-Site Clinic, Vicki Parsons
School of Occupational Therapy Master's Theses (2010-2015)
The purpose of this project was to provide an educational class series for parents of children with disabilities whose children attend occupational therapy at the University of Puget Sound On-site Pediatric Clinic. The educational class series provided parents of children with disabilities a resource on the role of occupational therapy in pediatric practice, occupational therapy evaluation, and strategies to help their child be successful at home. A resource manual was provided to the clinic coordinator at the University of Puget Sound On-site Pediatric Clinic that contains the procedure, the content, and the materials used during the educational class series.
On-Campus Student Occupational Therapy Clinic’S Impact On Client’S Participation And Quality Of Life,
2012
University of Puget Sound
On-Campus Student Occupational Therapy Clinic’S Impact On Client’S Participation And Quality Of Life, Margaret Mcgarry
School of Occupational Therapy Master's Theses (2010-2015)
The purpose of this study was to examine the impact of occupational therapy at an on-campus student clinic on clients’ activity participation and quality of life, as measured by the Activity Card Sort (ACS) and the World Health Organization Quality of Life-BREF measure (WHOQOL-BREF). Data were collected on 6 participants for the ACS, and 8 participants for the WHOQOL-BREF, at the beginning and end of a 10-week, 20-session treatment program. Pretest and posttest scores for the ACS current activity participation and WHOQOL-BREF Social Relationship Domain and Satisfaction with Life were statistically significant (p < .05). Physical Health, Psychological Health, and …
How To Implement And Maintain An Exceptional Evening Out Program For Children With Disabilities And Their Caregivers,
2012
University of Puget Sound
How To Implement And Maintain An Exceptional Evening Out Program For Children With Disabilities And Their Caregivers, Devon Gere
School of Occupational Therapy Master's Theses (2010-2015)
Families of children with disabilities report a need for opportunities to attend to leisure interests and other responsibilities free from their children. Therefore the Exceptional Evening Out Program was developed and implemented at a local YMCA. The purpose of this program was to provide parents/caregivers with an evening out while simultaneously providing the children with disabilities an opportunity to practice and reinforce key developmental skills. The pilot Exceptional Evening Out Programs occurred monthly over 6 months and were staffed with volunteer occupational and physical therapy students as well as YMCA staff members. Activities were set up that focused on gross …
Aging In Place For Families: A Website Designed To Encourage Adult Children To Help Their Parents Age In Place,
2012
University of Puget Sound
Aging In Place For Families: A Website Designed To Encourage Adult Children To Help Their Parents Age In Place, Leacadia Flores
School of Occupational Therapy Master's Theses (2010-2015)
Aging in place focuses on remaining safely and independently in the home and community and has emerged as a goal for many older adults. With the population of baby boomers entering old age, it is important for communities to take into account the overall needs of older adults seeking to age in place. Family members, as part of this community, have an important role as well. This project created a website to educate adult children of independently living older adults, who live at a distance, on the importance of aging in place and how to help their parents remain within …
Body Mechanics, Adaptive Gardening Tools, And Physical Benefits Of Gardening,
2012
University of Puget Sound
Body Mechanics, Adaptive Gardening Tools, And Physical Benefits Of Gardening, Josh Flake
School of Occupational Therapy Master's Theses (2010-2015)
The purpose of this project was to provide an educational website where members of the Proctor Community Garden Program (PCGP) could learn about the physical benefits of gardening, proper body mechanics principles, and adaptive tools to use in gardening with the goal of preventing bodily injury. A website was used in one of two parts of an in-service; the first part consisted of educating PCGP members about the physical benefits of gardening, proper body mechanics principles, and adaptive gardening tools. During the second part of the in-service the PCGP members physically practiced what was learned in the first part of …
Occupational Therapy Practice Opportunities When Working With Mothers With Breast Cancer: A Pilot Study,
2012
University of Puget Sound
Occupational Therapy Practice Opportunities When Working With Mothers With Breast Cancer: A Pilot Study, Katie Tam
School of Occupational Therapy Master's Theses (2010-2015)
The purpose of this study was to identify current and ideal occupational therapy practice for mothers with breast cancer, from the perspective of the occupational therapist, in order to describe strategies for effective occupational therapy practice with this population. A grounded theory approach was used to analyze two interviews from occupational therapists working with mothers with breast cancer. Three themes emerged from the interviews, identifying effective treatment strategies: giving a voice, preventing loss of motherhood, and collaborating with multiple disciplines. These themes identified opportunities for occupational therapists to maintain the occupational performance and feelings of success in mothers with breast …
Strategies Used By Older Adults To Age In Place,
2012
University of Puget Sound
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.
