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Clinicians’ Perceptions of Using Coaching in Their OT Practice
Authors: Robinson Catherine , Potvin Marie-Christine Elaine , Gray Greta , LaSalle Marissa Elaine , Patel Vikita , Toland Daniel
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/22/24

Coaching is an evidence-based approach rarely taught in entry-level (EL) OT education. This study explored the value of coaching training during EL OT education and its impact on later professional practice.

Primary Author and Speaker: Catherine Robinson

Additional Authors and Speakers: Daniel Toland

Contributing Authors: Marie-Christine Elaine Potvin, Greta Gray, Marissa Elaine LaSalle, Vikita Patel
Impact of Experiential Learning in a Pro Bono OT Clinic on Clinical Reasoning Development
Authors: Sandvig Julie A. , Kitzenberg Paula H. , Hanson Debra
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/23/24

This poster will describe the impact of a pro bono OT clinic on clinical reasoning development. It will summarize factors that influence student growth, such as specific clinic structure and learning activities to foster professional growth.

Primary Author and Speaker: Julie A. Sandvig

Additional Authors and Speakers: Paula H. Kitzenberg, Debra Hanson
Exploring the Impact of Stroke on Health Management Among Individuals Experiencing Health Care Disparities
Authors: Decker Jennifer , Nadeau Barbara
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/23/24

Highlights the need to engage in legislative efforts to inform health policies and tailor interventions that influence provision and access to health education and resources among poststroke individuals experiencing health care disparities.

Primary Author and Speaker: Jennifer Decker

Additional Authors and Speakers: Barbara Nadeau
Life Balance, Stress, & Occupational Burnout in OTA Students: An Exploratory Study
Authors: Hammond Olivia , Talero Pamela , Cruz Laura
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/23/24

This cross-sectional exploratory study examined the life balance of OTA students in the United States, supporting the need for well-being and professional success strategies and further research to develop targeted support programs.

Primary Author and Speaker: Olivia Hammond

Contributing Authors: Pamela Talero, Laura Cruz
Resilience in Crisis: Exploring the Lived Experiences of Homeless Mothers During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Authors: Jensen Kaitlyn , Roland Tara , Rider John V.
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/23/24

This study examined the lived experience of mothers experiencing homelessness and explored the impacts of COVID-19 on meaningful roles and routines. This poster will highlight opportunities for OTs through themes identified in this study.

Primary Author and Speaker: Kaitlyn Jensen

Additional Authors and Speakers: Tara Roland, John V. Rider
Finding Occupational Coherence After a Stroke: A Grounded Theory
Authors: Hambrose Margaret , Nadeau Barbara
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/23/24

This poster describes how individuals find occupational coherence after a stroke. This study utilized a grounded theory approach. Findings can aid OTs in helping individuals find continuity in life after experiencing a stroke.

Primary Author and Speaker: Margaret Hambrose

Contributing Authors: Barbara Nadeau
Referral Facilitators & Barriers to OT Services Identified by Oncology Referral Sources: A Qualitative Study
Authors: Polo Katie M. , Witteborg Olivia , Schalhamer Korrin , Jones Morgan , Polo Cara Murphy , Brown Taylor , Graves Rachel , Loubani Khawla
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/23/24

Individuals living with and beyond cancer are rarely referred to OT despite their occupational performance limitations. This study explored cancer health care professionals’ perspectives on the supports and barriers to OT referral in cancer care.

Primary Author and Speaker: Katie M. Polo

Additional Authors and Speakers: Khawla Loubani

Contributing Authors: Olivia Witteborg, Korrin Schalhamer, Morgan Jones, Cara Murphy Polo, Taylor Brown, Rachel Graves
Global Survey on Pediatric Education in WFOT-Approved Programs
Authors: Barlow Kate , Mincheva Petya , Rata Marinela , Todorova Liliya , Nafai Said , LeMonda Kathryn , Bates Allyson
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/23/24

This pilot survey study received 57 responses from World Federation of Occupational Therapy (WFOT)-approved programs in 32 countries. Academic curricula should adequately reflect the current practice trend; however the percentage of education dedicated to pediatrics is relatively low.

Primary Author and Speaker: Kate Barlow

Additional Authors and Speakers: Said Nafai, Kathryn LeMonda, Allyson Bates

Contributing Authors: Petya Mincheva, Marinela Rata, Liliya Todorova
Practicing OT in Africa: Perspectives of African OTs
Authors: Akrofi Joana Nana Serwaa , Njelesani Janet , Doe-Asinyo Rosemary Xorlanyo
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/23/24

The insights from this study emphasize the essential role of cultural sensitivity in international OT practice in African nations, aligning with the broader goal of fostering beneficial services for the people of Africa.

Primary Author and Speaker: Joana Nana Serwaa Akrofi

Contributing Authors: Janet Njelesani, Rosemary Xorlanyo Doe-Asinyo
Optimizing Collaboration Between OTs & Teachers in Inclusive Education: Key Considerations for a Joint Knowledge Translation Intervention
Authors: Ianni Lina , Anaby Dana , Camden Chantal
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/23/24

This presentation will highlight key considerations related to collaboration between OTs and teachers in inclusive education settings. These findings inform the development of a joint knowledge transfer training to optimize collaborative practices.

Primary Author and Speaker: Lina Ianni

Contributing Authors: Dana Anaby, Chantal Camden
OTPs’ Perceptions of Providing Services for the Acute Postpartum Population: A Qualitative Study
Authors: Sidar Sarah S. , Skuthan Alysha
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/23/24

OTPs are positioned to improve maternal health outcomes, particularly in the hospital setting. A phenomenology helps determine whether acute care OTPs feel competent and confident to work with the postpartum population.

Primary Author and Speaker: Sarah S. Sidar

Contributing Authors: Alysha Skuthan
Wii Game Program Development
Authors: Rehman Sumair , Smith Dr. Rae Ann , Watson Julie L.
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/21/24

A Wii game program was developed for adults in a skilled nursing facility. Posttest scores from the BBS and the SCS–R indicate that OTs can use the Wii program as an evidence-based intervention to improve balance and socialization among older adults.

Primary Author and Speaker: Sumair Rehman

Additional Authors and Speakers: Dr. Rae Ann Smith, Julie L. Watson
Improving Young Children’s Engagement in Hands-On Constructive Play at Home Through Culturally Responsive Parent Education & Empowerment
Authors: Thompson Michelle Boulanger
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/21/24

Play is foundational to childhood, learning, and happiness. This culturally responsive intervention empowers parents to facilitate their child’s occupation of hands-on constructive play, a foundation for engagement and lifelong learning.

Primary Author and Speaker: Michelle Boulanger Thompson
Community Mobility in Persons Living With Dementia Significantly Predicts Caregiver Burden: Findings From a National Survey & Implications for OT
Authors: Arthur Paul , Li Chih-Ying
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/21/24

Caregivers of persons with dementia regularly report burden. Although research has identified protective factors for role management, this work highlights protective factors in persons with dementia as a focus for OT interventions.

Primary Author and Speaker: Paul Arthur

Additional Authors and Speakers: Chih-Ying Li
Growing Health Management: Evaluating the Influence of an OT Training for Staff at a Residential Home Serving Adults With Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities: A Pilot Study
Authors: Grill Margaret M. , Brown Nicholas , Choy Tracy , Frankiewicz Kate , Zarnowiecki Sofia
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/21/24

This research finding indicates the necessity to provide OT health management intervention trainings specific to the growing number of aging adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) to promote improved quality of life, well-being, and subsequent reduced medical costs.

Primary Author and Speaker: Margaret M. Grill

Contributing Authors: Nicholas Brown, Tracy Choy, Kate Frankiewicz, Sofia Zarnowiecki
A Novel Educational Intervention for Hand Anatomy Instruction
Authors: Myers Christine T. , Cricchio Michael , Piazza Rebecca A. , Yacoe Morgan
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/21/24

OT students benefit from detailed hand anatomy instruction. This study investigated students’ perceptions of participation in a learning activity using a translucent, three-dimensional model of the hand with video narration.

Primary Author and Speaker: Christine T. Myers

Additional Authors and Speakers: Michael Cricchio, Rebecca A. Piazza, Morgan Yacoe
OTs’ Perspectives on Their Unique Role in Pelvic Health
Authors: Fyhrie Jennifer , Schmid Arlene , Le Fevre Eleanor , Weaver Jennifer , Fruhauf Christine A.
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/21/24

OTs believe they offer a unique contribution to pelvic health by recognizing the role of mental health and using interventions to reduce stress. This study contributes to evidence of the value of OTPs in pelvic health.

Primary Author and Speaker: Jennifer Fyhrie

Contributing Authors: Arlene Schmid, Eleanor Le Fevre, Jennifer Weaver, Christine A. Fruhauf
Treatment Fidelity & Evidence-Based Practice of AquOTic: An OT-Based Aquatic Intervention for Children on the Autism Spectrum
Authors: Kemp Erika , Howard Mequeil L. , Yates Savanna , Crasta Jewel Elias
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/21/24

This presentation will detail the development, treatment fidelity, active ingredients, and effectiveness of AquOTic, an OT-based aquatic intervention for improving water competency for children on the autism spectrum.

Primary Author and Speaker: Erika Kemp

Additional Authors and Speakers: Mequeil L. Howard, Savanna Yates, Jewel Elias Crasta
Effects of Play-Based Sensory Interventions on Self-Regulation in Preschoolers With Developmental Conditions: A Systematic Review
Authors: Meeks Margaret , Crasta Jewel Elias , Sheridan Emily
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/22/24

Children with developmental conditions often struggle with self-regulation, which affects their participation in daily occupations. We will discuss the results of a systematic review of play-based sensory interventions to improve self-regulation.

Primary Author and Speaker: Margaret Meeks

Contributing Authors: Jewel Elias Crasta, Emily Sheridan
Integrated Safety & Health Promotion Among Correctional Workers & People Incarcerated: A Scoping Review
Authors: Hull Olivia Jayne , Jaegers Lisa , Breckler Olivia
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/22/24

This scoping review identified resources to address the health and safety of corrections workers and people incarcerated. Studies indicate occupation-based approaches are needed with an integrated approach for health and safety in corrections.

Primary Author and Speaker: Olivia Jayne Hull

Additional Authors and Speakers: Lisa Jaegers, Olivia Breckler
Occupational Balance & Well-Being of Military Members: A Survey Study
Authors: Paul Stanley , Laster Thomas , Calafell Diana
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/22/24

This study highlights the results of a comprehensive OT treatment approach for military personnel with occupational stress. A holistic education program for military personnel with occupational stress and maladaptation will be discussed.

Primary Author and Speaker: Stanley Paul

Additional Authors and Speakers: Diana Calafell

Contributing Authors: Thomas Laster
Feeling Close from a Distance: Pilot Study of a Hybrid Intervention to Promote Functional Goals of Autistic Adolescents and Young Adults
Authors: Yaar Einat , Gal Eynat , Bedell Gary , Lamash Liron
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/22/24

SPAN-ASD is a short-term hybrid intervention for autistic adolescents and young adults. The current study presents its efficacy in achieving autonomous personal goals and their perceived self-efficacy regarding those goals.

Primary Author and Speaker: Einat Yaar

Additional Authors and Speakers: Eynat Gal, Gary Bedell, Liron Lamash
Factors Associated with Fear of Falling and Fall-related Injuries Among Individuals Using Wheelchairs and Scooters
Authors: Peterson Elizabeth Walker , Rice Laura , Moein Sahel
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/22/24

This study identified factors associated with an increased likelihood of reporting fear of falling and fall-related injuries among people who use wheelchairs and scooters. Findings inform occupational therapists’ work in fall prevention.

Primary Author and Speaker: Elizabeth Walker Peterson

Additional Authors and Speakers: Sahel Moein

Contributing Authors: Laura Rice
Use of Mental Practice to Reduce Severe Upper Extremity Hemiparesis: A Pilot Study
Authors: Green Teresa M. , Vas Asha , Gayle Farida S.
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/22/24

This study examined the efficacy and feasibility of a mental practice protocol to address severe upper extremity hemiparesis. The results suggest that mental practice is an efficacious, appropriate, and feasible intervention for this population.

Primary Author and Speaker: Teresa M. Green

Additional Authors and Speakers: Farida S. Gayle

Contributing Authors: Asha Vas
Preparation & Use of Physical Agent Modalities Among U.S. OT Practitioners: A Mixed-Methods, Exploratory Descriptive Study
Authors: LeSage Tammy J. , Hebble Devin , Adams Lilly , Watts Ashlyn , Gentry Kenneth
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/22/24

Findings from this study describe a notable shift over the past quarter-century with respect to the preparation and use of physical agent modalities (PAMS) by U.S. OT practitioners.

Primary Author and Speaker: Tammy J. LeSage

Additional Authors and Speakers: Kenneth Gentry

Contributing Authors: Devin Hebble, Lilly Adams, Ashlyn Watts
Videoconferencing Acceptance & Commitment Therapy for Distressed Individuals Living With Spinal Cord Injury: A Preliminary Mixed-Methods Study
Authors: Han Areum , Yuen Hon , Wilroy Jereme , Jenkins Jeremy
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/22/24

This session will present findings of a preliminary mixed-methods study for videoconferencing acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) accompanied by psychoeducation in distressed people with spinal cord injury (SCI). Promising findings warrant full-scale trials.

Primary Author and Speaker: Areum Han

Contributing Authors: Hon Yuen, Jereme Wilroy, Jeremy Jenkins
A More Active Parenting After Attending Let’s Get Organized: Experiences of Parents With Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
Authors: Wingren Maria , Roshanai Afsaneh , Fredriksson Ulrika , Janeslätt Gunnel , Holmqvist Kajsa Lidstroem
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/22/24

The intervention Let’s Get Organized (LGO) may be a valuable intervention for parents with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) who experience difficulties with managing time and organizing daily life. LGO can generate more active parenting and better predictability in the family.

Primary Author and Speaker: Maria Wingren

Contributing Authors: Afsaneh Roshanai, Ulrika Fredriksson, Gunnel Janeslätt, Kajsa Lidstroem Holmqvist
From Awareness to Action: Exploring the Behavioral Responses of Older Adults to Community-Based Fall Prevention Screenings
Authors: Rider John V. , Vieira Erin , Martin Shannon
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/22/24

This presentation will discuss community-based fall prevention screenings, results from a study examining the behavioral impact of these screenings among older adults at risk for falling, and recommendations to increase the impact of fall screenings.

Primary Author and Speaker: John V. Rider

Additional Authors and Speakers: Erin Vieira, Shannon Martin
Impact of an Intensive Multisensory Handwriting Intervention With Caregiver Participation on Elementary-Age Homeschoolers’ Handwriting
Authors: Smith-Bell Carrie A.
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/22/24

A handwriting intervention coupled with hands-on participation and caregiver education to promote carryover at home is effective at improving homeschoolers’ legibility but not their performance on a visual–motor integration outcome measure.

Primary Author and Speaker: Carrie A. Smith-Bell
Comparisons of Medication Adherence in Adult Stroke & Hypertension: Implications for Applying the Health Self-Management Evidence in Disability
Authors: Schwartz Jaclyn K. , Aylmer Katherine , Tayeb Sami , Hamdan Samy
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/22/24

We explore the similarities and differences of people with stroke and hypertension in medication management. Findings are used to better guide the translation of the chronic disease self-management evidence for use with people with disabilities.

Primary Author and Speaker: Jaclyn K. Schwartz

Additional Authors and Speakers: Katherine Aylmer, Sami Tayeb, Samy Hamdan
Understanding Home Safety Concerns for Adolescents With Brain Injuries: An Evaluation of Hazards, Risks, & Harms
Authors: Anderson Sarah E. , Stamper Taylor , Pierce Sarah , Lundine Jennifer P. , DiGiovine Carmen , Patterson Emily , Swearingen Scott , Wengerd Lauren , Darragh Amy
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/23/24

Adolescents with acquired brain injury (ABI) are at risk for additional injury, but little is known about specific home safety hazards. This research examines stakeholder perceptions of pre- and self-identified home safety hazards, risks, and harms for this population.

Primary Author and Speaker: Sarah E. Anderson

Contributing Authors: Taylor Stamper, Sarah Pierce, Jennifer P. Lundine, Carmen DiGiovine, Emily Patterson, Scott Swearingen, Lauren Wengerd, Amy Darragh
Psychosocial Evaluation for Individuals With Upper Extremity Conditions: A Scoping Review—Part 1
Authors: Iseminger Karrianna L.
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/21/24

This scoping review identifies psychosocial factors experienced by adults with upper extremity conditions that impede occupational performance. A preliminary conceptual model for psychosocial evaluation is explored.

Primary Author and Speaker: Karrianna L. Iseminger
Adult Normative Data for the Moberg Pick-Up Test in an Israeli Cohort
Authors: Mazor-Karsenty Tal , Langer Danit
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/22/24

This study examining the effect of age, gender and handedness of 218 healthy adults, adds to the limited worldwide normative data on the Moberg Pick-Up Test, and challenges findings from previous studies regarding gender differences.

Primary Author and Speaker: Tal Mazor-Karsenty

Additional Authors and Speakers: Danit Langer
Utility of a Multidisciplinary Burn OT Clinic in Early Identification of Hypertrophic Burn Scars
Authors: Avena Nicole Victoria , Ulloa Emily R.
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/23/24

OTs will gain professional knowledge of the specialized evaluation process in a multidisciplinary burn clinic, identification of scar appearance, and benefits of early intervention scar management techniques.

Primary Author and Speaker: Nicole Victoria Avena

Contributing Authors: Emily R. Ulloa
Virtual Reality–Based Cognitive Intervention in Serious Mental Illness: Effectiveness for Promotion of Participation
Authors: Lipskaya-Velikovsky LENA , Komemi Reut , Taubenblat Hana , Cohen Dovrat
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/23/24

Cognitive remediation using a virtual reality (VR) platform with ecological environments and functional tasks is feasible in intensive care for people with serious mental illness (SMI) and improves functional capacity, participation, cognition, and symptom severity.

Primary Author and Speaker: LENA Lipskaya-Velikovsky

Contributing Authors: Reut Komemi, Hana Taubenblat, Dovrat Cohen
A Mixed-Methods Approach to Assess Fidelity in the Delivery & Receipt of an Occupation-Based Wellness Program for Caregivers
Authors: Larson Elizabeth
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/23/24

An intervention’s fidelity allows confidence in the program’s outcomes and is needed for dissemination. This poster describes a mixed-methods fidelity assessment of an occupation-based wellness program for caregivers and its delivery and receipt.

Primary Author and Speaker: Elizabeth Larson
Studying the Effect of Trichotomous Tailored, Sub-Branching Scoring System on the AccessTools Assessment Reliability
Authors: Obiedat Qussai M. , Smith Roger O.
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/22/24

Comprehensive accessibility assessments are extensive and time consuming. The implementation of a branching question system is necessary to make them more efficient. However, such a system could negatively affect the reliability of the assessment.

Primary Author and Speaker: Qussai M. Obiedat

Additional Authors and Speakers: Roger O. Smith
Individualized Goals for Water Competency After Aquatic OT for Children on the Autism Spectrum: The AquOTic Trial
Authors: Black Claire , Crasta Jewel Elias , Kemp Erika
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/23/24

This presentation discusses individualized goal setting around water competency using the Canadian Occupational Performance Measure (COPM) after a 10-week aquatic OT intervention (AquOTic) for children on the autism spectrum.

Primary Author and Speaker: Claire Black

Additional Authors and Speakers: Jewel Elias Crasta, Erika Kemp
Development of a Lifestyle Prediction Model Based on the Personal Values of Older Adults Using Machine Learning
Authors: Lim Seungju , Park Ji-Hyuk , Young-Myoung Lim , Kim Ah-Ram , Nam Sanghun , Yoo Sooyeon , Han Jungmin
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/23/24

This abstract focuses on classifying lifestyle types and examining the influence of personal values among older adults using machine learning. This topic contributes to both academic and practical concepts within a personal value-centered approach.

Primary Author and Speaker: Seungju Lim

Additional Authors and Speakers: Lim Young-Myoung, Ah-Ram Kim, Sanghun Nam, Sooyeon Yoo, Jungmin Han

Contributing Authors: Ji-Hyuk Park
Design & Baseline Characteristics of Preactive-PD Telehealth Coaching to Increase Physical Activity in Early-Stage Parkinson’s Disease: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Authors: Long Katrina M. , Quinn Lori , Pacheco Alissa C.
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/23/24

PreActive-PD, a randomized controlled trial, will evaluate the effects of telehealth coaching to support physical activity goal setting and participation in people with early-stage Parkinson’s disease. Design and baseline characteristics will be discussed.

Primary Author and Speaker: Katrina M. Long

Additional Authors and Speakers: Alissa C. Pacheco

Contributing Authors: Lori Quinn
Empowering Patients With Chronic Pain: OT & Behavior Change
Authors: McKendry Sarah , Rodakowski Juleen
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/23/24

This study explores tailoring chronic pain OT interventions using the Stages of Change model. Findings suggest progression to more advanced readiness for change, offering promise for more effective delivery of chronic pain OT.

Primary Author and Speaker: Sarah McKendry

Contributing Authors: Juleen Rodakowski
Sew and Tell: A Descriptive Examination of the Occupation of Sewing for Adults
Authors: Skubik-Peplaski Camille , Gonzalez Jose , Hermes Susan Skees , Hansford Amanda S.
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/22/24

Sewing as an occupation-based intervention was found to be effective in increasing social participation, occupational performance, and quality of life for adults with conditions affecting fine motor coordination and cognitive deficits.

Primary Author and Speaker: Camille Skubik-Peplaski

Additional Authors and Speakers: Jose Gonzalez, Susan Skees Hermes, Amanda S Hansford
Social Outcomes of a Child with Autism Spectrum Disorder Following a Listening Protocol
Authors: Cohn Kerri , Lopez Alexander , Squillace Mary
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/22/24

Changes in social communication in a child with ASD were found within every phase of an ABAB 12 week study using the Safe and Sound Listening Protocol© combined with traditional OT interventions.

Primary Author and Speaker: Kerri Cohn

Contributing Authors: Alexander Lopez, Mary Squillace
How the OTPs and Caregivers Utilization and Perspectives of Their Individual Communication Approaches Supports the Child’s Participation during EI
Authors: Shnorhokian Rosalie , Kadlec Mary Beth , Perkins Sophia L.
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/22/24

OTPs focus on facilitating parent’s relationship with their children during EI services. This evidence supports communication and physical assistance utilized by the OTP and caregiver with the child during a therapeutic activity in EI.

Primary Author and Speaker: Rosalie Shnorhokian

Additional Authors and Speakers: Mary Beth Kadlec, Sophia L Perkins
Impact of an OT Mentorship Program on Student Success in Higher Education
Authors: Ramos Brianna Marie , Cavaliere Catherine , Damiao John A. , Piedrahita Garcia Isabella , Peguero Menesis , Shaji Sruthi
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/22/24

This study aimed to determine the impact of an OT mentorship program on student success for a diverse student population on academic probation. Findings indicate that an OT mentorship in higher education can support student success and well-being.

Primary Author and Speaker: Brianna Marie Ramos

Additional Authors and Speakers: Isabella Piedrahita Garcia, Menesis Peguero, Sruthi Shaji

Contributing Authors: Catherine Cavaliere, John A. Damiao
Animal-Assisted Therapy Interventions for Children With Disabilities: A Systematic Review
Authors: Gonzales Jessica
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/22/24

Animal-assisted therapy (AAT) is recognized as an emerging practice area in OT. This review highlights the limited evidence for AAT’s effectiveness in pediatric OT practices, emphasizing the need for further research and standardized protocols.

Primary Author and Speaker: Jessica Gonzales
OT Enhanced: Cupping’s Unique Impact on Conservative Carpal Tunnel Treatment
Authors: Walsh Abbigail , Matullo Kristopher , Potter Ann , Bealer Aubrey , Bryant Lee , Giordano Emily
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/22/24

A statistically significant association between cupping therapy and increased protective sensation in the hand was observed. The results support the use of conservative therapies for treating carpal tunnel syndrome compared with invasive measures.

Primary Author and Speaker: Abbigail Walsh

Additional Authors and Speakers: Aubrey Bealer, Lee Bryant, Emily Giordano

Contributing Authors: Kristopher Matullo, Ann Potter
AOTA Membership: A Lasting Romance or a Flash in the Pan?
Authors: Brady Karen , Burns Lisa , Grell Erin , Horan Erin , Khoury Sophia , Manning Trinity , McCaffery Caroline , Pellettiere Delia , Santen Emily , Ostroff Sydney
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/23/24

Should American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) membership be required? What do stakeholders think? This poster presents insights gained from a study exploring student and faculty perceptions and experiences regarding required AOTA membership during students’ formal education.

Primary Author and Speaker: Karen Brady

Additional Authors and Speakers: Erin Grell, Erin Horan, Sophia Khoury, Trinity Manning, Caroline McCaffery, Delia Pellettiere, Emily Santen, Sydney Ostroff

Contributing Authors: Lisa Burns
An Exploratory Study of the Safe & Sound Protocol in Young Children With Autism
Authors: Rogowski Michelle , Damiao John A. , Cavaliere Catherine , Rust Nadia , Lopez Alyssa , Marash Rebecca , Zdrodowski Amy
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/23/24

This study explored the impact of the Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP), in conjunction with OT, on young children with autism. Findings suggest the SSP may be useful to support regulation and the development of functional skills in young children with autism.

Primary Author and Speaker: Michelle Rogowski

Additional Authors and Speakers: Catherine Cavaliere, Nadia Rust, Alyssa Lopez, Rebecca Marash, Amy Zdrodowski

Contributing Authors: John A. Damiao
A Qualitative Analysis of Adolescents & Adults’ Perception of Experiences of Sensory-Based Intervention
Authors: Miller Dana , Schoen Sarah A. , Schmitt Carolyn M. , Porter Lisa M.
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/23/24

This qualitative study explores the experience of eleven adults and adolescents with sensory integration/processing differences through semi-structured interviews after completion of intervention. Implications relate to better targeted intervention.

Primary Author and Speaker: Dana Miller

Additional Authors and Speakers: Sarah A. Schoen, Carolyn M. Schmitt, Lisa M. Porter
Measuring Progress in Breast Cancer Survivors With Chemotherapy-Induced Neuropathy After a Dance-Based Intervention Using Goal Attainment Scaling
Authors: Watson-Grace Amy , Bland Courtney , Wilder Jacqueline , Lantis Kristen , Hackney Madeleine , Lustberg Maryam , Worthen-Chaudhari Lise , Crasta Jewel Elias
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/22/24

This presentation will discuss our study results showing that goal attainment scaling (GAS) is a feasible and sensitive measure of functional change in breast cancer survivors with chemotherapy-induced neuropathy after an adapted tango intervention.

Primary Author and Speaker: Amy Watson-Grace

Additional Authors and Speakers: Jewel Elias Crasta

Contributing Authors: Courtney Bland, Jacqueline Wilder, Kristen Lantis, Madeleine Hackney, Maryam Lustberg, Lise Worthen-Chaudhari
Performance of Adults With & Without Sensory Processing Challenges on the Sensory Processing 3 Dimensions Assessment
Authors: Mulligan Shelley , Schoen Sarah A.
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/22/24

Scores from the Sensory Processing 3 Dimensions (SP3D) Assessment were used to examine sensory modulation, discrimination, praxis, and postural functions, along with associated occupational performance problems in a sample of adults with and without sensory processing challenges.

Primary Author and Speaker: Shelley Mulligan

Additional Authors and Speakers: Sarah A. Schoen
State Assistive Technology Programs: Exploring Best Practices
Authors: Myers Briana , Dishman Karen
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/22/24

Every U.S. state and territory has an assistive technology (AT) program, but each provides AT services differently. We examined how states use federal funding to provide AT services and how some universities house state labs or design their own.

Primary Author and Speaker: Briana Myers

Additional Authors and Speakers: Karen Dishman
Factors Contributing to Accurate Weekly Calendar Planning Activity (WCPA) Performance of Individuals With Multiple Sclerosis & Healthy Controls
Authors: Rosenfeld Meirav , Goverover Yael
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/23/24

This study examines the performance of the Weekly Calendar Planning Activity (WCPA), a cognitive functional task, and highlights factors that promote accurate performance among individuals with multiple sclerosis (MS) and healthy controls (HCs).

Primary Author and Speaker: Meirav Rosenfeld

Contributing Authors: Yael Goverover
Initial Psychometrics for Visual Activity Sort Including Interrater & Intrarater Reliability & Content Validity
Authors: Choi Ashley , O’Day Kathleen , Gutman Sharon , Rogers Sandra , Kearney Alexis
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/23/24

This presentation reviews the initial psychometric study of inter- and intrarater reliability and content validity for the Visual Activity Sort assessment and intervention, designed to support historically disadvantaged and marginalized youth.

Primary Author and Speaker: Ashley Choi

Contributing Authors: Kathleen O’Day, Sharon Gutman, Sandra Rogers, Alexis Kearney
Examining Reach, Adoption, & Implementation of a Recovery Ruler That Visualizes Assessment Results at Three Disorders of Consciousness Programs
Authors: Grady Patricia , Mallinson Trudy , Weaver Jennifer , Teague Lauren
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/23/24

We used the RE-AIM framework to evaluate reach (40%), adoption (95%), and implementation (67%) of the Recovery Ruler in three disorders of consciousness programs. We demonstrate the potential for incorporating data visualization into OT practice.

Primary Author and Speaker: Patricia Grady

Additional Authors and Speakers: Lauren Teague

Contributing Authors: Trudy Mallinson, Jennifer Weaver
Identifying Decreased Sound Tolerance for Clients With Autism
Authors: Carson Tana B. , Medina Angela M. , Qiu Yuxi , Long Katherine , Tuttle Ashlee , Niebles Monica
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/23/24

Decreased sound tolerance (DST) affects approximately 60%-70% of autistic children. The Pediatric Misophonia and Hyperacusis Questionnaire (PMHQ) can improve identification and patient-treatment matching for discrete DST conditions (misophonia, hyperacusis, etc.).

Primary Author and Speaker: Tana B. Carson

Additional Authors and Speakers: Monica Niebles

Contributing Authors: Angela M. Medina, Yuxi Qiu, Katherine Long, Ashlee Tuttle
Inclusion of Sexual Orientation & Gender Identity Cultural Competence in Higher Education Health Care Programs: A Scoping Review
Authors: Fortuna Jennifer , Willey Kristin S , Guerra Jessica , Gross Amanda , Turner Samantha , Grant Tara , Williams Betsy
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/21/24

Lack of sexual orientation and gender identity cultural competence in health care contributes to poor outcomes in LGBTQIA+ individuals. This study summarizes existing research on sexual orientation and gender identity (SOGI) in OT, PT, and SLP curricula and identifies knowledge gaps.

Primary Author and Speaker: Jennifer Fortuna

Contributing Authors: Kristin S Willey, Jessica Guerra, Amanda Gross, Samantha Turner, Tara Grant, Betsy Williams
Mental Health Symptoms Among Syrian Refugees in Jordan: A Study of Predictive Factors
Authors: Nazzal Mohammad , Oteir Alaa , Al-Sharman Alham , Khalil Hanan , Nashwan Ayat , Shahrour Ghada , Dalgamouni Roya
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/21/24

Refugees are often afflicted by a number of circumstances that affect their mental and physical health. This study promotes the awareness of the biopsychosocial impact of forced migration, which may affect participation, life quality, and well-being.

Primary Author and Speaker: Mohammad Nazzal

Additional Authors and Speakers: Roya Dalgamouni

Contributing Authors: Alaa Oteir, Alham Al-Sharman, Hanan Khalil, Ayat Nashwan, Ghada Shahrour
Associations Among Caregiver Child-Oriented Behavior, Infant Social Engagement, & Child Joint Engagement
Authors: Holland Cristin M. , Sideris John , Levitt Pat , Thompson Barbara L. , Baranek Grace
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/21/24

This study investigated associations between caregiver and infant behaviors from 2 to 18 months and child engagement at 24 months. Caregiver child-oriented behaviors should be considered during intervention to promote child engagement in co-occupation.

Primary Author and Speaker: Cristin M. Holland

Contributing Authors: John Sideris, Pat Levitt, Barbara L. Thompson, Grace Baranek
Impact of Sensory Integration Therapy on Family Participation & Dynamics
Authors: Osborne Brooklyn , Piller Aimee , McHugh Conlin Jessica
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/21/24

Sensory integration (SI) therapy is a common intervention used by OT practitioners. This qualitative study looks beyond the impact of SI on the child to examine how SI therapy affects family dynamics as a whole.

Primary Author and Speaker: Brooklyn Osborne

Additional Authors and Speakers: Aimee Piller, Jessica McHugh Conlin
Reading With a Purpose: Investigating the Relationship Between OT Students’ Reading Skills & Metacognitive Strategies
Authors: Leach Christen , Davis Christine , Hallenen Theresa , Henderson Whitney
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/21/24

Reading is an important component of graduate studies and lifelong learning. It is important for OT educators to understand how much time students spend on this task and the strategies used to complete and comprehend content.

Primary Author and Speaker: Christen Leach

Contributing Authors: Christine Davis, Theresa Hallenen, Whitney Henderson
Becoming Agents of Change: OT Students in Screening, Brief Intervention, & Treatment for Recovery From Substance Use Disorders
Authors: Brown Jill , Schachman Kathleen , Baruth Meghan
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/21/24

This study depicts how a 3-week delivery of educational experiences increased student knowledge, attitudes, competence, confidence, and readiness to conduct screening, brief intervention, and referral to treatment for individuals in recovery.

Primary Author and Speaker: Jill Brown

Contributing Authors: Kathleen Schachman, Meghan Baruth
The Legacy of Naomi B. Wright: Founder of the First OT Program at a Historically Black College or University
Authors: Ross Phyllis , Ackah Tracey , Crawford Ranyah Lydia , Manoza-Brown Genesis , Ross Taylor , Smith Dayna
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/21/24

This research uses a qualitative approach to explore the legacy and life of Naomi B. Wright, founder of the first OT program at a historically Black college or university (HBCU).

Primary Author and Speaker: Phyllis Ross

Contributing Authors: Tracey Ackah, Ranyah Lydia Crawford, Genesis Manoza-Brown, Taylor Ross, Dayna Smith
Association of Sensory Subtypes on Adaptive & Repetitive Behavior in Autistic Children Ages 6 to 18 Years
Authors: Kabakov Sabrina , Surgent Olivia , Skaletski Emily , Sideris John , Travers Brittany , Ausderau Karla
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/21/24

Sensory subtypes were applied to repetitive and adaptive behavior measures for autistic children ages 6 to 18 years. The extreme-mixed subtype, with elevated sensory response, had more repetitive behaviors and lower adaptive behaviors.

Primary Author and Speaker: Sabrina Kabakov

Additional Authors and Speakers: Karla Ausderau

Contributing Authors: Olivia Surgent, Emily Skaletski, John Sideris, Brittany Travers
Association of Sensory Processing & Behavioral Challenges in Children
Authors: Azzo Christine , Samuel Preethy , Pickford Heidi H. , Patel Sheena , Glovak Sandra , Banfill Kimberly , Sultana Shanmin
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/21/24

Retrospective analysis of pediatric clinical data reveals that sensory processing challenges are associated with externalizing behaviors. Results suggest the need for interventions targeting proprioception and socialization to reduce such behaviors.

Primary Author and Speaker: Christine Azzo

Additional Authors and Speakers: Heidi H. Pickford, Sheena Patel, Sandra Glovak, Kimberly Banfill, Shanmin Sultana

Contributing Authors: Preethy Samuel
Multisensory Environment Program Improving Relaxation and Reducing Stress and Anxiety for Community Health
Authors: Halliwell Nicole , Patro John R. , Storino Francesca , Aguilar Tori
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/21/24

Research exploring the impact of a customized multisensory environment experience on self-reported stress, anxiety, and relaxation with adult community participants of varying abilities. Qualitative and quantitative analysis indicate positive impact.

Primary Author and Speaker: Nicole Halliwell

Additional Authors and Speakers: John R. Patro, Francesca Storino, Tori Aguilar
Self-Efficacy & Communication Changes Associated With Participation in Interprofessional Simulation
Authors: Potter Ann , Dwyer Morgan , May Melanie , Pawelski Cali , Rossiter Brooke
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/22/24

This research explores the effects of interprofessional patient simulations on the self-efficacy and communication of OT, speech-language pathology, and nursing students. Integrating such experiences into academic curricula can enhance the transition into the workforce.

Primary Author and Speaker: Ann Potter

Additional Authors and Speakers: Morgan Dwyer, Melanie May, Cali Pawelski, Brooke Rossiter
The Importance of Faculty and Staff Awareness and Perceptions of Student Support Services on College Campuses
Authors: Ulaj Elise , Story Pamela Pamela , PhD, OTR/L Catherine Cavaliere , Damiao John A. , Pellerin Sara
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/22/24

This study explored college faculty and staff awareness and perceptions of student support services. Increased awareness of support services positively correlates with positive perceptions and more referrals and thus greater access to services.

Primary Author and Speaker: Elise Ulaj

Additional Authors and Speakers: Sara Pellerin

Contributing Authors: Pamela Pamela Story, Catherine Cavaliere PhD, OTR/L, John A. Damiao
Young Adults Show Higher Activity Levels Than Older Adults During Instrumental Activities of Daily Living & Physical Activity
Authors: Core Sarah R. , Kennedy Shaila , Solochier Haleigh Katherine , Pete Charlotte , Kim Young Joo
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/21/24

The differences in activity levels during instrumental activities of daily living and physical activity between young and older adults are discussed. The findings are important to consider when recommending appropriate activities for health benefits.

Primary Author and Speaker: Sarah R. Core

Additional Authors and Speakers: Shaila Kennedy, Haleigh Katherine Solochier, Charlotte Pete, Young Joo Kim
‘What you do matters’: How Engagement in Meaningful Activities Contributes to the Quality of Life of Dwelling Older Adults in a Time of Crisis
Authors: Fogel-Grinvald Haya , Golos Anat , Maeir Adina
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/22/24

This study provides insight into potential protective factors of older adults QoL and supports theoretical occupational science that highlights the importance of engagement in meaningful activities in improving QoL in general and in adversity.

Primary Author and Speaker: Haya Fogel-Grinvald

Contributing Authors: Anat Golos, Adina Maeir
Life After Pediatric Hemorrhagic Stroke - Family Centered Outcomes
Authors: Barnett Louis , Hess Laura GREISS , Martinez Pamatz Alma , Vander Meulen Deana , Montano Sabrina , Thompson Charissa
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/22/24

This qualitative research examined lived experiences of children & families post pediatric hemorrhagic stroke and occupational engagement across naturalistic contexts. Findings challenge OT to think beyond traditional clinical and research models.

Primary Author and Speaker: Louis Barnett

Additional Authors and Speakers: Alma Martinez Pamatz, Deana Vander Meulen, Sabrina Montano, Charissa Thompson

Contributing Authors: Laura GREISS Hess
Exploration of Chronic Self-Management Needs for Persons with SCI/D
Authors: Kraus Bridget G. , Wolf Timothy
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/22/24

Preventable secondary health conditions lead to further disability, decreased participation, and death for persons with SCI/D. This study explored facilitators and barriers of people with SCI/D to engage in self-management behaviors and programs.

Primary Author and Speaker: Bridget G. Kraus

Contributing Authors: Timothy Wolf
Caregiver Perceptions & Ability to Implement an Intensive Upper Limb Therapy Program in the Home Environment
Authors: Roberts Heather , Arellano Briana , Fagan Marcus , Clegg Nancy , Baldwin Deborah , Reyes Fabiola , Delgado Mauricio R. , Shierk Angela , Merrilat Brenna
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/22/24

Intensive therapies may put an extra burden on caregivers. Participants who engaged in longer onsite sessions successfully completed the program hours leading to clinically significant differences in occupational performance.

Primary Author and Speaker: Heather Roberts

Additional Authors and Speakers: Angela Shierk, Brenna Merrilat

Contributing Authors: Briana Arellano, Marcus Fagan, Nancy Clegg, Deborah Baldwin, Fabiola Reyes, Mauricio R. Delgado
An OT Health Self-Management Program for Cancer Survivors Improves Health Behavior Occupational Performance Scores: A Pilot Study
Authors: Sleight Alix G. , Roberts Pamela S. , Lyons Kathleen , Amaral LJ , Feldman Alexandra E.
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/22/24

Cancer survivors (n = 7) completed a 12-week occupation-based health self-management program. Postintervention, participants showed clinically significant improvements in occupational performance per the Canadian Occupational Performance Measure.

Primary Author and Speaker: Alix G. Sleight

Additional Authors and Speakers: Alexandra E. Feldman

Contributing Authors: Pamela S. Roberts, Kathleen Lyons, LJ Amaral
Participant Engagement & Effect on Functional Cognition of a Multicontext Approach for Parkinson Disease: A Pilot Randomized Controlled Trial
Authors: Foster Erin R. , Jonas Jill E. , Toglia Joan , Daniel Jessica , Kubica Emily
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/22/24

This pilot study supports the multicontext approach as feasible and effective for people with Parkinson disease without dementia. Participants accepted and engaged in the intervention, and they reported improved functional cognitive performance.

Primary Author and Speaker: Erin R. Foster

Additional Authors and Speakers: Jessica Daniel, Emily Kubica

Contributing Authors: Jill E. Jonas, Joan Toglia
Modifiable Predictors of Social Participation in Older Adults With Chronic Disease: Identifying Targets for OT Intervention
Authors: Mirza Mansha , Fischer Heidi Christine , Arias Dalmina
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/23/24

The social isolation epidemic is particularly dire for older adults. We need to identify modifiable risk factors within the OT practice domain that are associated with the occupation of social participation for this group to develop targeted programs.

Primary Author and Speaker: Mansha Mirza

Additional Authors and Speakers: Heidi Christine Fischer, Dalmina Arias
Influencing Perception of Frailty Risk in Urban & Rural Older Adults
Authors: Blair Susan B.
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/23/24

Frailty affects rates of hospital readmission, transition to assisted care, decreased life satisfaction, and decreased life span. Participation in an OT frailty risk reduction program can influence perception of frailty for rural and urban older adults.

Primary Author and Speaker: Susan B. Blair
OT Using Ayres Sensory Integration & Behavioral Intervention for Autistic Children: A Comparative Effectiveness Trial
Authors: Schaaf Roseann C. , Molholm Sophie C. , Joneshuwer Emily , Hunt Joanne , Dumont Rachel L. , Leiby Benjamin C. , Li Misung C. , Sancimino Catherine C. , Mailloux Zoe , Ridgway Elizabeth
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/22/24

Findings from a National Institutes of Health–funded comparative effectiveness trial comparing Ayres Sensory Integration (ASI) and applied behavioral analysis (ABA) for children with autism are presented, and their implications for OT practice are discussed.

Primary Author and Speaker: Roseann C. Schaaf

Additional Authors and Speakers: Zoe Mailloux, Elizabeth Ridgway

Contributing Authors: Sophie C. Molholm, Emily Joneshuwer, Joanne Hunt, Rachel L. Dumont, Benjamin C. Leiby, Misung C. Li, Catherine C. Sancimino
Patterns in Time-Processing Ability in Children & Youth With & Without Autism Spectrum Disorder
Authors: Wennberg Birgitta , Sköld Annika , Janeslätt Gunnel
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/23/24

The purpose was to investigate and identify patterns of time processing in children with and without autism spectrum disorder (ASD) ages 9–15 years. Preliminary results can give guidance for professionals to provide adequate individualized support for children with ASD.

Primary Author and Speaker: Birgitta Wennberg

Additional Authors and Speakers: Gunnel Janeslätt

Contributing Authors: Annika Sköld
Experience of Institutionalization & Occupational Injustice Among Boys at a Residential School & Treatment Center
Authors: Warren Lindsey
Published: July 2024

Date Presented 03/21/24

This research project explores the experience of occupational injustice (OI) among children in institutionalized care. It delves into implementation of occupation-centered care in institutionalized settings as a means to mitigate the effects of OI.

Primary Author and Speaker: Lindsey Warren