Pub Date : 2021-02-08DOI: 10.1080/0164212X.2021.1877593
Melissa Knott, Sang Ho Kim, April Vander Veen, E. Angeli, Eric Evans, William Knight, April Ripley, Tuan A. Tran, L. Alvarez
Abstract Driving-related anxiety contributes to negative changes in driving habits, skills, and satisfaction. Driving rehabilitation interventions have the potential to address driving-related anxiety, however, the evidence is not yet critically appraised. Researchers conducted a systematic review on the impact of on-road, driving simulator or virtual reality exposure therapy (VRET) driving rehabilitation interventions addressing driving-related anxiety. Searches in nine databases identified 1521 records, with 12 remaining for quality appraisal: two on-road, six driving simulator, and four on VRET. On-road interventions were low quality. Meanwhile, driving simulation and VRET interventions included high-quality evidence demonstrating significant reductions in psychological symptoms, subjective distress, and driving errors.
{"title":"Driving Simulator, Virtual Reality, and On-Road Interventions for Driving-Related Anxiety: A Systematic Review","authors":"Melissa Knott, Sang Ho Kim, April Vander Veen, E. Angeli, Eric Evans, William Knight, April Ripley, Tuan A. Tran, L. Alvarez","doi":"10.1080/0164212X.2021.1877593","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/0164212X.2021.1877593","url":null,"abstract":"Abstract Driving-related anxiety contributes to negative changes in driving habits, skills, and satisfaction. Driving rehabilitation interventions have the potential to address driving-related anxiety, however, the evidence is not yet critically appraised. Researchers conducted a systematic review on the impact of on-road, driving simulator or virtual reality exposure therapy (VRET) driving rehabilitation interventions addressing driving-related anxiety. Searches in nine databases identified 1521 records, with 12 remaining for quality appraisal: two on-road, six driving simulator, and four on VRET. On-road interventions were low quality. Meanwhile, driving simulation and VRET interventions included high-quality evidence demonstrating significant reductions in psychological symptoms, subjective distress, and driving errors.","PeriodicalId":44781,"journal":{"name":"Occupational Therapy in Mental Health","volume":"37 1","pages":"178 - 205"},"PeriodicalIF":0.7,"publicationDate":"2021-02-08","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://sci-hub-pdf.com/10.1080/0164212X.2021.1877593","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"45185218","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Pub Date : 2021-01-31DOI: 10.1080/0164212X.2020.1860859
Deane B. McCraith, Susan M. Higgins
It is with great sadness that we tell of the passing of Linda A. (Werkley) Duncombe, EdD, OTR/L, FAOTA, 73, from Newton, MA, on June 29, 2020. Linda passed peacefully surrounded by her loving famil...
{"title":"Linda Duncombe, Editorial Board Member","authors":"Deane B. McCraith, Susan M. Higgins","doi":"10.1080/0164212X.2020.1860859","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/0164212X.2020.1860859","url":null,"abstract":"It is with great sadness that we tell of the passing of Linda A. (Werkley) Duncombe, EdD, OTR/L, FAOTA, 73, from Newton, MA, on June 29, 2020. Linda passed peacefully surrounded by her loving famil...","PeriodicalId":44781,"journal":{"name":"Occupational Therapy in Mental Health","volume":"37 1","pages":"105 - 106"},"PeriodicalIF":0.7,"publicationDate":"2021-01-31","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://sci-hub-pdf.com/10.1080/0164212X.2020.1860859","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"42942122","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Pub Date : 2021-01-26DOI: 10.1080/0164212X.2021.1875956
J. Sargent, K. Valdes
Abstract This prospective cohort study provides a foundation for the use of an occupation-based and self-report strength-based outcome measure for use with persons with diagnosed substance use disorders (SUD). Eighteen participants were assessed in a forensic residential treatment facility to explore the utility of the Occupational Circumstances Assessment Interview and Rating Scale (OCAIRS). Participants also took the Values in Action Inventory of Strengths (VIA-IS-P) to assess character strengths which can support a self-report approach to treatment planning. The results of this study support the use of the OCAIRS as an occupation-based occupational therapy assessment tool.
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Pub Date : 2021-01-02DOI: 10.1080/0164212X.2021.1874591
Bi Xia Ngooi, S. Wong, J. D. Chen, Vanessa Koh, A. Ng, Syazwani Binte Sahrol, Jolyn Kai Wen Lai, Jason Chu-Shern Lim, Noelle Cheok Em Fong, Wan Ru Tan
Abstract We aim to understand the benefits of participating in occupational therapy activity-based groups in an acute psychiatric ward from an Asian perspective. An hour of activity-based group was conducted every weekday morning. Inpatients (n = 6) were recruited for semi-structured interviews via purposive sampling. Transcripts were coded to identify relevant themes. Participants were recruited until data saturation was reached. Three major themes emerged: (1) the therapeutic relationship, (2) connection with others, and (3) the opportunity to engage. Overall, the participants experienced benefits from the experience of ‘doing’ in a supportive group environment. Cultural considerations were outlined.
{"title":"Benefits of Occupational Therapy Activity-Based Groups in a Singapore Acute Psychiatric Ward: Participants’ Perspectives","authors":"Bi Xia Ngooi, S. Wong, J. D. Chen, Vanessa Koh, A. Ng, Syazwani Binte Sahrol, Jolyn Kai Wen Lai, Jason Chu-Shern Lim, Noelle Cheok Em Fong, Wan Ru Tan","doi":"10.1080/0164212X.2021.1874591","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/0164212X.2021.1874591","url":null,"abstract":"Abstract We aim to understand the benefits of participating in occupational therapy activity-based groups in an acute psychiatric ward from an Asian perspective. An hour of activity-based group was conducted every weekday morning. Inpatients (n = 6) were recruited for semi-structured interviews via purposive sampling. Transcripts were coded to identify relevant themes. Participants were recruited until data saturation was reached. Three major themes emerged: (1) the therapeutic relationship, (2) connection with others, and (3) the opportunity to engage. Overall, the participants experienced benefits from the experience of ‘doing’ in a supportive group environment. Cultural considerations were outlined.","PeriodicalId":44781,"journal":{"name":"Occupational Therapy in Mental Health","volume":"37 1","pages":"38 - 55"},"PeriodicalIF":0.7,"publicationDate":"2021-01-02","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://sci-hub-pdf.com/10.1080/0164212X.2021.1874591","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"41640791","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Pub Date : 2021-01-01Epub Date: 2020-11-21DOI: 10.1080/0164212x.2020.1845276
Sally Wasmuth, Victoria G Wilburn, Jay A Hamm, Anthony Chase
This paper describes implementation of a narrative-informed occupation-based service in an outpatient community mental health setting that addressed several gaps, including 1) the need for outcome data on occupational therapy in this setting; 2) an ongoing mental health provider shortage; and 3) a need for innovative approaches to supporting mental health. We found a significant improvement from baseline to post-intervention in occupational participation, and dose of occupational therapy was significantly related to improvements in the areas of roles, habits, values, long-term goals, social environment, and readiness for change. This study suggests future, larger effectiveness studies of narrative-informed occupation-based interventions delivered by occupational therapists in outpatient community mental health are warranted.
{"title":"Comparing narrative-informed occupational therapy in adult outpatient mental health to treatment as usual: A quasi-experimental feasibility study with preliminary treatment outcomes.","authors":"Sally Wasmuth, Victoria G Wilburn, Jay A Hamm, Anthony Chase","doi":"10.1080/0164212x.2020.1845276","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/0164212x.2020.1845276","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>This paper describes implementation of a narrative-informed occupation-based service in an outpatient community mental health setting that addressed several gaps, including 1) the need for outcome data on occupational therapy in this setting; 2) an ongoing mental health provider shortage; and 3) a need for innovative approaches to supporting mental health. We found a significant improvement from baseline to post-intervention in occupational participation, and dose of occupational therapy was significantly related to improvements in the areas of roles, habits, values, long-term goals, social environment, and readiness for change. This study suggests future, larger effectiveness studies of narrative-informed occupation-based interventions delivered by occupational therapists in outpatient community mental health are warranted.</p>","PeriodicalId":44781,"journal":{"name":"Occupational Therapy in Mental Health","volume":"37 1","pages":"56-71"},"PeriodicalIF":0.7,"publicationDate":"2021-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://sci-hub-pdf.com/10.1080/0164212x.2020.1845276","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"39863730","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Abstract Sensory modulation approaches are being used in prison mental health services as a means of empowering clients with self-regulation tools to improve occupational performance and overall well-being. However, the argument must be made whether this is an evidence-informed intervention. The purpose of this integrative review was to examine the evidence for using sensory modulation approaches in prison mental health services, and discuss its relevance to occupational therapists. The consistency of positive findings, its safety in use, low cost, and its link with person-centered, trauma-informed, and recovery-oriented practices, suggests that sensory modulation is a promising approach in prison mental health services.
{"title":"An Integrative Review of Sensory Approaches in Adult Inpatient Mental Health: Implications for Occupational Therapy in Prison-Based Mental Health Services","authors":"Gisele Craswell, Crystal Dieleman, Parisa Ghanouni","doi":"10.1080/0164212X.2020.1853654","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/0164212X.2020.1853654","url":null,"abstract":"Abstract Sensory modulation approaches are being used in prison mental health services as a means of empowering clients with self-regulation tools to improve occupational performance and overall well-being. However, the argument must be made whether this is an evidence-informed intervention. The purpose of this integrative review was to examine the evidence for using sensory modulation approaches in prison mental health services, and discuss its relevance to occupational therapists. The consistency of positive findings, its safety in use, low cost, and its link with person-centered, trauma-informed, and recovery-oriented practices, suggests that sensory modulation is a promising approach in prison mental health services.","PeriodicalId":44781,"journal":{"name":"Occupational Therapy in Mental Health","volume":"37 1","pages":"130 - 157"},"PeriodicalIF":0.7,"publicationDate":"2020-12-05","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://sci-hub-pdf.com/10.1080/0164212X.2020.1853654","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"45211206","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Pub Date : 2020-11-30DOI: 10.1080/0164212x.2020.1852148
M. Ikiugu, Diana R. Feldhacker, Whitney Lucas Molitor
Abstract We investigated the internal structure, internal consistency reliability, and convergent validity of the Meaningful and Psychologically Rewarding Occupation Rating Scale (MPRORS). The American Occupational Therapy Association occupational profile interview, MPRORS, and the Meaningful Activity Participation Assessment (MAPA) were administered to 21 study participants. Principal Axis Factor Analysis indicated trends supporting the two-factor structure of the MPRORS. Internal consistency reliability was generally good for the psychologically rewarding scale and acceptable for the meaningfulness scale. Convergent validity of the meaningfulness scale, when compared with the MAPA meaningfulness scores, was not supported. Further validation research with larger heterogeneous samples is indicated.
{"title":"Psychometric Properties of the Meaningful and Psychologically Rewarding Occupation Rating Scale: A Pilot Study","authors":"M. Ikiugu, Diana R. Feldhacker, Whitney Lucas Molitor","doi":"10.1080/0164212x.2020.1852148","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/0164212x.2020.1852148","url":null,"abstract":"Abstract We investigated the internal structure, internal consistency reliability, and convergent validity of the Meaningful and Psychologically Rewarding Occupation Rating Scale (MPRORS). The American Occupational Therapy Association occupational profile interview, MPRORS, and the Meaningful Activity Participation Assessment (MAPA) were administered to 21 study participants. Principal Axis Factor Analysis indicated trends supporting the two-factor structure of the MPRORS. Internal consistency reliability was generally good for the psychologically rewarding scale and acceptable for the meaningfulness scale. Convergent validity of the meaningfulness scale, when compared with the MAPA meaningfulness scores, was not supported. Further validation research with larger heterogeneous samples is indicated.","PeriodicalId":44781,"journal":{"name":"Occupational Therapy in Mental Health","volume":"37 1","pages":"72 - 86"},"PeriodicalIF":0.7,"publicationDate":"2020-11-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://sci-hub-pdf.com/10.1080/0164212x.2020.1852148","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"42401226","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Pub Date : 2020-11-28DOI: 10.1080/0164212x.2020.1852149
Claire Kearns Murphy, A. Shiel
Abstract Residents in mental health residential facilities often experience impaired occupational and social engagement. Although many residents would prefer living in a home of their own, individualized support may be required to enable successful and independent engagement in daily living skills. This longitudinal case study evaluates the impact of individualized occupational therapy interventions to enable occupational engagement in the context of the transition to a home of one’s own in the community in Ireland. The results demonstrate the potential benefits of this approach with improvements in competence and satisfaction in occupational performance and engagement and gains maintained one-year post intervention.
{"title":"Evaluation of an Intensive Occupational Therapy Intervention to Facilitate Independent Living and Improve Occupational Performance and Participation. Results of a Longitudinal Case Study Design","authors":"Claire Kearns Murphy, A. Shiel","doi":"10.1080/0164212x.2020.1852149","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/0164212x.2020.1852149","url":null,"abstract":"Abstract Residents in mental health residential facilities often experience impaired occupational and social engagement. Although many residents would prefer living in a home of their own, individualized support may be required to enable successful and independent engagement in daily living skills. This longitudinal case study evaluates the impact of individualized occupational therapy interventions to enable occupational engagement in the context of the transition to a home of one’s own in the community in Ireland. The results demonstrate the potential benefits of this approach with improvements in competence and satisfaction in occupational performance and engagement and gains maintained one-year post intervention.","PeriodicalId":44781,"journal":{"name":"Occupational Therapy in Mental Health","volume":"37 1","pages":"15 - 37"},"PeriodicalIF":0.7,"publicationDate":"2020-11-28","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://sci-hub-pdf.com/10.1080/0164212x.2020.1852149","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"41960743","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Abstract The purpose of this study was to examine the barriers and facilitators of public transportation use and participation from the perspectives of individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD). Twelve individuals between the ages of 23 and 34 completed qualitative phenomenological interviews which were transcribed and analyzed using a constant comparative methodology. A total of 10 barriers and 10 facilitators each were identified, with 4 areas overlapping themes. Transportation was identified as a factor influencing participation in work, school, social/leisure and instrumental activities of daily living.
{"title":"Barriers and Facilitators to Public Transportation Use for Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities","authors":"Beth Pfeiffer, Jess DeRita, Emily Giacomucci, Jacqueline Gubler, T. Halteman, Erin O’Donnell, Gretchen Seifried, Amber Pompanio","doi":"10.1080/0164212x.2020.1832013","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/0164212x.2020.1832013","url":null,"abstract":"Abstract The purpose of this study was to examine the barriers and facilitators of public transportation use and participation from the perspectives of individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD). Twelve individuals between the ages of 23 and 34 completed qualitative phenomenological interviews which were transcribed and analyzed using a constant comparative methodology. A total of 10 barriers and 10 facilitators each were identified, with 4 areas overlapping themes. Transportation was identified as a factor influencing participation in work, school, social/leisure and instrumental activities of daily living.","PeriodicalId":44781,"journal":{"name":"Occupational Therapy in Mental Health","volume":"37 1","pages":"1 - 14"},"PeriodicalIF":0.7,"publicationDate":"2020-11-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://sci-hub-pdf.com/10.1080/0164212x.2020.1832013","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"44221716","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Pub Date : 2020-10-18DOI: 10.1080/0164212x.2020.1832942
E. Espiritu, Theresa M. Smith
Abstract This qualitative, instrumental case study describes the health, wellness, and well-being of a nontraditional entry-level occupational therapy doctoral student. Data were collected through a semi-structured interview and participant observation. Five themes emerged: (1) making active choices; (2) having a supportive network to use when needed; (3) having an established sense of self that comes with current life stage; (4) desiring to perform roles well; and (5) using strategies for time management. Academic programs are encouraged to embed opportunities for addressing student health promotion generally within their curriculums as well as to provide mechanisms to identify and address specific student needs.
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