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Full-Text Articles in Occupational Therapy
Promoting Occupational Therapy Student Well-Being Through Scholarship, Hanna Mcclain
Promoting Occupational Therapy Student Well-Being Through Scholarship, Hanna Mcclain
OTD Capstone Projects
This doctoral capstone experience entitled “Promoting Occupational Therapy Student Well-Being through Scholarship” aimed to complete tasks within Belmont’s School of OT to promote occupational therapy student well-being. The outcomes and deliverables of the project include submitting a manuscript for publication, analyzing data with research team, manualizing the WBOP intervention, streamlining the WBOP intervention PowerPoints, submitting a grant application, teaching one of the WBOP intervention classes, and creating a new manuscript from the newly analyzed data.
Habits For Health: A Holistic Approach To Women's Well-Being, Katelyn Helms
Habits For Health: A Holistic Approach To Women's Well-Being, Katelyn Helms
OTD Capstone Projects
The New Beginnings Center is a nonprofit organization that offers a holistic approach to a healthy lifestyle including instruction regarding nutrition and exercise training. They offer a 12-week program for women of all backgrounds 18+ that empowers women through fitness and lifestyle changes. They have also recently started a program called Iron souls which offers the same education and empowerment for teenagers. The objective for this project was to provide the most updated review of literature regarding the interrelationship between hormones and health. This included how reproductive hormones influenced energy levels, losing weight, and building muscle. Additionally, the relationship between …
Postsecondary Education Curriculum For Adult Students With Idd At Lipscomb University's Ideal, Rebecca Gracey
Postsecondary Education Curriculum For Adult Students With Idd At Lipscomb University's Ideal, Rebecca Gracey
OTD Capstone Projects
Igniting the Dream of Education and Access at Lipscomb (IDEAL) is a postsecondary education program for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) in Nashville, TN. Students enroll in both traditional university courses and IDEAL courses teaching employment and independent living skills. This project focused on developing curriculum for two upcoming courses as IDEAL grows from a two-year program to a four-year program. Resources were created to develop 12-week curriculums with a focus on independent living skills and employment soft skills to be implemented in the Fall 2023 semester. Each curriculum includes multiple teaching strategies to meet the learning …
Support For Saint Paul Police Federation’S Retirees, Kaitlin E. Johnson
Support For Saint Paul Police Federation’S Retirees, Kaitlin E. Johnson
OTD Capstone Projects
This capstone project was completed at the Saint Paul Police Federation in Saint Paul, Minnesota. The Federation represents all sworn officers, excluding the chiefs at the Saint Paul Police Department, and Saint Paul emergency communications professionals at the Ramsey County Emergency Communications Center. This project was focused on increasing the support provided to the retiring and the retired police officers by improving accessibility to the information needed to make educated and informed decisions throughout the retirement process and then afterwards. The website was developed and published so that retirees and active members can easily access to this information, which is …
Nashville Dolphins Volunteer Training Development, Caitlin Barnickel
Nashville Dolphins Volunteer Training Development, Caitlin Barnickel
OTD Capstone Projects
This doctoral capstone project was completed through a partnership with Nashville Dolphins. The Nashville Dolphins offer free swim lessons and swim team programs for children and adults with disabilities. They serve over 300 participants each season and the programs are entirely run by volunteers. The focus of this project was to identify current needs and develop more volunteer training resources. These resources incorporate; sensory processing strategies, behavior management techniques, visual schedule information, communication strategies, description of specific water properties, skill development tips, equipment recommendations, and general tips for teaching children with disabilities. Volunteers were provided with a resource guide and …
Building Resilience Through Pregnancy Utilizing Tools From Occupational Therapy And Yoga, Rachel Brown
Building Resilience Through Pregnancy Utilizing Tools From Occupational Therapy And Yoga, Rachel Brown
OTD Capstone Projects
This doctoral capstone project was completed through a partnership with Nurture Nashville, a local yoga and movement studio focused on promoting wellness and connection for pregnant and postpartum people throughout their journey in motherhood. The primary focus of this project was developing resources to promote resilience during the perinatal period by utilizing tools from both occupational therapy and yoga practice. Outcomes included the synthesis of research into a resilience toolkit, the creation and implementation of a 5-week yoga and sharing circle curriculum, and the re-establishment of a community-centered studio event titled “Meet the Doulas.”
The Impact Of Social Emotional Learning In Pre-Kindergarten Classrooms, Kendall C. Jackson
The Impact Of Social Emotional Learning In Pre-Kindergarten Classrooms, Kendall C. Jackson
OTD Capstone Projects
The Impact of Social emotional learning supports in early childhood education. First Steps Inc. is both an outpatient clinic and childcare facility for children with and without special needs and medical conditions. This capstone project attempts to bridge the gap between the therapy team and education team by creating therapeutic supports to help implement and teach social emotional learning in the classroom.
Nashville Dolphins Program Development, Laura Graves
Nashville Dolphins Program Development, Laura Graves
OTD Capstone Projects
This doctoral capstone project was completed through a partnership with Nashville Dolphins. The Nashville Dolphins offer free swim lessons and swim team programs for children and adults with disabilities. The organization serves over 300 swimmers each season and the programs are entirely run by volunteers. The focus of this project was to develop programming resources to enhance the services offered by the Nashville Dolphins. Deliverables provided to the organization include an 8-week swim curriculum, color level guides, stroke checklists, and an equipment activity guide.
Week 13: Promoting Occupational Balance During Trauma Healing Journey Post-Program Participation, Rachel Hicks
Week 13: Promoting Occupational Balance During Trauma Healing Journey Post-Program Participation, Rachel Hicks
OTD Capstone Projects
This doctoral capstone project was completed in a partnership with REBOOT Recovery, a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting trauma healing through participation in faith-based, peer-led courses. The purpose of this project was to provide program participants with additional content to promote improved occupational performance as they continue into the next phase of the healing journey after completing the original 12-week courses. The project was given the title “Week 13” within the organization to illustrate its role in guiding members’ next steps in trauma healing. Content areas included rebuilding healthy routines, reclaiming restful sleep, conflict resolution in personal relationships, education on …
Nashville Dolphins Program Development, Laura Graves
Nashville Dolphins Program Development, Laura Graves
OTD Capstone Projects
This doctoral capstone project was completed through a partnership with Nashville Dolphins. The Nashville Dolphins offer free swim lessons and swim team programs for children and adults with disabilities. The organization serves over 300 swimmers each season and the programs are entirely run by volunteers. The focus of this project was to develop programming resources to enhance the services offered by the Nashville Dolphins. Deliverables provided to the organization include an 8-week swim curriculum, color level guides, stroke checklists, and an equipment activity guide.
Life Skills Guide For Supported Recovery For Individuals With Mental Health Conditions & Their Support Systems, Natalie Metzger
Life Skills Guide For Supported Recovery For Individuals With Mental Health Conditions & Their Support Systems, Natalie Metzger
OTD Capstone Projects
The National Alliance on Mental Illness of Davidson County provides educational courses, support groups, and advocacy for individuals with mental health conditions and their support systems. This semester long project included advocacy for occupational therapy’s role in the mental health community, involvement in legislative events, and creation of a comprehensive recovery life skills guide for individuals who have been discharged from psychiatric hospitals. Specifically, this guide assisted them in directed recovery within the home and increased their participation in foundational skills.
Program Development Through Therapeutic Camps, Bayleigh B. Powers
Program Development Through Therapeutic Camps, Bayleigh B. Powers
OTD Capstone Projects
This doctoral capstone project was completed through partnership with Wonderlight Therapy, a mobile pediatric therapy clinic offering speech and occupational therapy in Nashville, TN. The focus of this project was to develop and expand sustainable & inclusive community programming to serve the greater Nashville area. Throughout this project, 9 new & inclusive community programs (camps) were created, planned, and some implemented to children Wonderlight serves. Additionally, the creation of a sponsorship/scholarship program was implemented, offering local businesses the chance to support inclusive camps in their community.
Integrating Occupational Therapy In An Inclusive Post-Secondary Education Program (Ipse) At Auburn University - Eagles, Tori Jean
OTD Capstone Projects
This capstone project focuses on incorporating occupational therapy in an inclusive post-secondary education (IPSE) program at Auburn University. The Education to Accomplish Growth in Life Experiences for Success (EAGLES) program is an IPSE program at Auburn University for young adults with intellectual disabilities. This capstone project identifies how an occupational therapist can assist with wellness, independent living, social skills, and emotional regulation skills in IPSE programs.
Enhancing Otd Clinical Studies Course Curriculum, Katherine J. Rauch
Enhancing Otd Clinical Studies Course Curriculum, Katherine J. Rauch
OTD Capstone Projects
This capstone project aimed to build upon the foundation of the Belmont School of Occupational Therapy clinical studies course curriculum. Project goals included conducting surveys of current students regarding their opinions of the courses for preparing fieldwork readiness skills, creating and piloting learning activities, and informing current faculty about best practices for teaching clinical reasoning skills. This project culminated with the production of an educational handout summarizing current literature regarding teaching professional reasoning skills, multiple learning activities implemented in lectures, and data synthesis of surveys conducted.
Building A Brighter Future: Developing Function Out Of Dysfunction, Adrian Ewald
Building A Brighter Future: Developing Function Out Of Dysfunction, Adrian Ewald
OTD Capstone Projects
This doctoral capstone project was completed in partnership with REBOOT Recovery, a non-profit organization dedicated to providing trauma healing through faith-based, peer-led courses. The purpose of this project was to develop content to supplement the existing 12-week courses that emphasized participation in instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs) and life roles. The project was titled “Week 13” within the organization, which consisted of content areas of emotional regulation, education on access to clinical care for mental health needs, financial management, social relationships, and decision-making skills. Content within these areas included reflective questions, calls-to-action, and fillable worksheet templates. Additional content was …
Center For Courageous Kids Volunteer Training Resources And “Through Our Eyes” Video, Megan M. Cusick
Center For Courageous Kids Volunteer Training Resources And “Through Our Eyes” Video, Megan M. Cusick
OTD Capstone Projects
This doctoral capstone was completed through a partnership with the Center for Courageous Kids in Scottsville, KY. Center for Courageous Kids is a fully accessible medical camp that provides children with serious illnesses and medical complexities the opportunity to participate in camp. They run weekend family retreats during the spring and fall, and independent camps during the summer. The goals of this project were completed in two parts. Part 1: To create a video to play during family camp weekend retreats to reach potential campers for independent summer camp. The video portrays what summer camp is all about through the …
Developing Group Protocols In An Inpatient Rehabilitation Setting, Madison Quan
Developing Group Protocols In An Inpatient Rehabilitation Setting, Madison Quan
OTD Capstone Projects
This doctoral capstone project was completed through a partnership with Vanderbilt Stallworth Rehabilitation Hospital (VSRH) in Nashville, TN. The focus of this project was the development and implementation of various protocols to be used in group therapy sessions in an inpatient rehabilitation setting. The project sought to provide guidelines for treating a variety of conditions in a group setting and promote individualized patient care. The process for project completion included a thorough review of current literature and available resources at VSRH to guide the creation of multiple evidence-based protocols. This process also included collaboration with the therapy staff to ensure …
Occupational Therapies Role In Inpatient Obstetrics, Emily Bryant-Wimp
Occupational Therapies Role In Inpatient Obstetrics, Emily Bryant-Wimp
OTD Capstone Projects
The purpose of this doctoral capstone was to create an occupational therapy maternal Health intervention guide. However, due to the novelty of this emerging practice area in OT, there is currently limited evidence about the needs of mothers and the interventions OTs might provide to meet their needs during the perinatal period. Therefore a research study was conducted to better understand the perceptions of birthing people with recent hosptial birth in Nashville, TN. Using the research data combined with the current literature, the IGNITE NICU course, practicing clinicians, and testimonials from birthing people an intervention resource for occupational therapists was …
Occupational Therapy’S Role In Addressing Sensory Needs And Fine Motor Development Through Teacher Training, Kennedy M. Morgan
Occupational Therapy’S Role In Addressing Sensory Needs And Fine Motor Development Through Teacher Training, Kennedy M. Morgan
OTD Capstone Projects
This doctoral capstone was completed through a partnership with The Early Learning Center at Middle Tennessee Christian School in Murfreesboro, Tennessee. MTCS provides a faith-based, college preparatory education for students in grades PK3 – 12. High academic standards, a Christian-centered environment, and opportunities for creative and social development help our students become well-rounded, self-disciplined, responsible individuals who make good life choices and contribute to the growth and development of their family, church, and community. One of the primary foci of this project was to create a handbook to introduce the topic of The Zones of Regulation. Another primary focus of …
Adult Vocational Skills Program Development At Gigi’S Playhouse, Lavanya Reddy
Adult Vocational Skills Program Development At Gigi’S Playhouse, Lavanya Reddy
OTD Capstone Projects
This doctoral capstone experience aimed to further develop and individualize vocational skills programs for adults with Down syndrome through a partnership with GiGi’s Playhouse. The project entitled “Adult Vocational Skills Program Development at GiGi’s Playhouse” primarily focused on the expansion and individualization of the GiGi University program curriculum and the design of the GiGi Professional program. These programs are intended to improve vocational skills, confidence, and independent living skills for adults with Down syndrome.
Crawling Out From Under: A Physical Therapist’S Celebration Of The Power Of Occupational Therapy, Natalie Michaels
Crawling Out From Under: A Physical Therapist’S Celebration Of The Power Of Occupational Therapy, Natalie Michaels
Funded Scholarship
Isaacs’ syndrome, also known as Acquired Neuromyotonia, is a rare condition caused by continuous firing of the motor units, leading to twitching muscles and cramping that will persist even during sleep. The medical treatment of Isaacs’ syndrome is nondescript and arbitrary. Because of the rare incidence of the disorder, very few studies have been conducted to help determine the appropriate intervention for individuals with this affliction. This paper is a narrative case-study that offers a first-person account of a physical therapist with Isaacs’ syndrome and her journey through rehabilitation with her occupational therapist. The progress of this individual over time …
Independent Study Curriculums For Adult Students With Idd At Lipscomb University - Ideal, Megan Roman
Independent Study Curriculums For Adult Students With Idd At Lipscomb University - Ideal, Megan Roman
OTD Capstone Projects
Independent study curriculums targeting independent living skills for adults with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities attending the Igniting the Dream of Education and Access at Lipscomb (IDEAL) program. The curriculum was created using the constructivism model and social cognitive theory for an active approach to learning that promotes self-efficacy in independent living skills to facilitate student success within the program and upon their transition into the community.
Advocacy And Collaboration To Promote And Enhance Services Provided By Ability App, Callie Emerson
Advocacy And Collaboration To Promote And Enhance Services Provided By Ability App, Callie Emerson
OTD Capstone Projects
This poster details advocacy effort made to promote Ability App to healthcare students in Bloomington, Indiana in hopes of increasing accessibility for individuals with disabilities, educating future healthcare professionals, and encouraging individuals in Bloomington to use Ability App.
Evaluating Accessibility In Tn State Parks, Ashley C. Phillips
Evaluating Accessibility In Tn State Parks, Ashley C. Phillips
OTD Capstone Projects
During this Capstone experience, I partnered with Tucker's House and the TN State Parks to evaluate the efficacy of the State Park ADA Assessment tool. After modifying the assessment tool, I evaluated the three most visited state parks in TN and made suggestions on how to improve accessibility of the parks.
Home And Environmental Modifications And Community Resources For Individuals With Visual Impairment, Kimberly Mclaughlin
Home And Environmental Modifications And Community Resources For Individuals With Visual Impairment, Kimberly Mclaughlin
OTD Capstone Projects
Tucker's House is a non-profit organization that provides home and environmental modifications as well as assistive devices to families in Middle Tennessee that have a child with a disability. This doctoral capstone project focused on developing resources the organization can provide to individuals with low vision, visual impairment or blindness as well as their families/caregivers. The resources created include family intake forms, adaptive devices and durable medical equipment lists, community resources, general strategies, and smartphone/technology accessibility guides all related to increasing safety, participation in daily living tasks, and independence for individuals with visual impairment.
Promoting Participant And Community Participation At Saddle Up!, Savannah R. Macisaac
Promoting Participant And Community Participation At Saddle Up!, Savannah R. Macisaac
OTD Capstone Projects
This capstone project was completed through partnership with Saddle Up!, in Franklin, Tennessee. Saddle Up! is a nonprofit adaptive barn providing children and youth with disabilities the opportunity to grow and develop through therapeutic, educational, and recreational activities with horses. The primary focus of this project was to create a volunteer training manual for operating the mechanical lift. The deliverable was a PowerPoint which bridged the gap between instructor and volunteer knowledge. It included step by step instructions, as well as education on how to best support participants during the lift process. The secondary focus of the project was educating …
Adult Program Development Gigi’S Playhouse, Ella E. Baggett
Adult Program Development Gigi’S Playhouse, Ella E. Baggett
OTD Capstone Projects
This capstone experience was conducted through partnership with GiGi’s Playhouse Nashville, a Down-syndrome achievement center that provides free educational, therapeutic-based and career development programs for individuals with Down syndrome, their families, and the community. This experience primarily focused on piloting the GiGi University program through an occupational lens by adapting, modifying, and implementing national curriculum to meet student needs. GiGi U sought to increase confidence, career skills, personal wellness, and overall quality of life. Additionally, training and support was provided to GiGi’s satellite location in a neighboring county to increase sustainability of additional programming.
Illuminate Academy Shine Shop Resources And Kindergarten Market Research, Rya G. Carroll
Illuminate Academy Shine Shop Resources And Kindergarten Market Research, Rya G. Carroll
OTD Capstone Projects
This capstone project was completed through a partnership with Illuminate Academy in Nashville, Tennessee. Illuminate Academy is a not-for-profit alternative to public or private school for children with Autism and developmental disabilities. The primary focus of this capstone project was to develop a resource guide for the Shine Shop, a transition program that provides students of Illuminate Academy an opportunity to give back to the community through dignified activities. The deliverable included task analyses of sold products, supply lists, and visual supports for learners. The resource guide was developed to ensure sustainability of the Shine Shop products, as well as …
Increasing Self-Determination Throughout The Transition Process: A Resource Guide For Benton Hall Academy, Melanie N. Vacchiano
Increasing Self-Determination Throughout The Transition Process: A Resource Guide For Benton Hall Academy, Melanie N. Vacchiano
OTD Capstone Projects
This capstone project was completed through a partnership with Benton Hall Academy in Nashville, Tennessee. Benton Hall Academy “strives to prepare each student academically, socially, behaviorally, and emotionally, through individualized instruction, to work to his or her potential and to make a successful transition into the workplace or into a higher learning experience”. This project focused on the compilation of resource materials for supplementary support/education purposes. Through collaboration with stakeholders, a virtual and hard-copy resource guide was created with the goal to encourage self-determination, life skills, and increase overall participation amongst high school students. Topics included faculty/staff resources, parent resources, …
Driving With Low Vision: Development Of Evidence Based Practice Manual For Bioptic Drivers, Emily Rose Sonni
Driving With Low Vision: Development Of Evidence Based Practice Manual For Bioptic Drivers, Emily Rose Sonni
OTD Capstone Projects
This doctoral capstone was centered around the creation of a pre-driver training manual for novice drivers with Bioptic Telescope Systems (BTS) in preparation for behind-the-wheel training. The BTS pre-driver training manual was created with OTs at Vanderbilt Eye Institute as well as various OTS/CDRS from additional universities around the country. The manual consists of several parts including: bioptic care/hygiene, steps to become a bioptic driver in TN, how to use the bioptic, pre-driver training activities, time log form and helpful resources page. We also distributed a survey to current novice drivers (without the training manual) to get an impression of …