bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Establishing OT’s Role in Transition Through Statewide Initiatives
Authors: Trujillo Christopher
Published: July 2020

Date Presented 03/26/20

OTs can create systemic change and improve transition stakeholders’ understanding of OT’s role in postsecondary transition planning. Continuing education (CE) courses, seminars, and evidence-based modules can be strategically conducted to inform transition stakeholders about OT’s role in transition. The results of this research demonstrate that if CE opportunities are conducted in a systematic fashion, therapists and transition providers will embrace OT’s role in transition.

Primary Author and Speaker: Christopher Trujillo

Additional Authors and Speakers: Dianna Bosak
Research-Capacity Building: Insights From a Stakeholder Community of Self-Advocates With Disabilities, Families, and Community Organization Members
Authors: Jirikowic Tracy , Ideishi Roger , Bendixen Roxanna , Benevides Teal
Published: July 2020

Date Presented 03/26/20

We will share methods and lessons learned from engaging stakeholders in three US regions and connecting them nationally to build research capacity and partnerships. Research-capacity building is aimed at identifying stakeholder-driven priorities and outcomes in relation to organization-level OT interventions, how these interventions facilitate community participation, and ultimately impact health and well-being of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Primary Author and Speaker: Tracy Jirikowic

Additional Authors and Speakers: Roger Ideishi, Roxanna Bendixen, Teal Benevides
Effects of OT-Based Interventions to Reduce Perceived Burden and Depression of Caregivers of Older Adults With Dementia
Authors: Francis Turquessa , Tomita Machiko , Binkewicz Kristen , Dinatale Kelly , Anderson Victoria , Grandolph Leanna , Tse Deborah , Vasisko Sara , Grandolph Leanna
Published: July 2020

Date Presented 03/26/20

This is a randomized controlled trial (N = 37) in which individualized OT interventions were provided for three months to support caregiving challenges faced by caregivers of people with dementia. The interventions included illness education, training for safe transfers, medication and appointment organization, exercise methods, and more. These were effective in decreasing depression and mental fatigue and increasing confidence to provide for the next six months, despite the worsening cognitive status of their care recipients.

Primary Author and Speaker: Turquessa Francis

Additional Authors and Speakers: Leanna Grandolph

Contributing Authors: Machiko Tomita, Kristen Binkewicz, Kelly Dinatale, Victoria Anderson, Leanna Grandolph, Deborah Tse, Sara Vasisko
Occupational Resilience: A New Concept in Occupational Science
Authors: Muriithi Bernard , Muriithi Jennifer
Published: July 2020

Date Presented 03/26/20

This presentation introduces the concept of occupational resilience in occupational science. Drawing from study outcomes revealing enduring performance of music by refugees in challenging circumstances, authors posit that focusing on the talents, skills, and aspirations of individuals enables researchers to recognize successful performance of occupation amid challenges. To advance the debate regarding performance of occupations in problematic situations, occupational resilience is a vital new concept.

Primary Author and Speaker: Bernard Muriithi

Additional Authors and Speakers: Jennifer Muriithi
Survey Design on the Perceptions of Automated Vehicles (AVs): Face and Content Validity
Authors: Mason Justin , Classen Sherrilene , Wersal James , Sisiopiku Virginia
Published: July 2020

Date Presented 03/26/20

AVs may provide numerous societal benefits, including reducing road fatalities, improving participation, and providing equity of services to the medically at-risk and economically disadvantaged. However, societal benefits will not occur if individuals do not accept and adopt this technology. Therefore, the aim was to design a survey that would assess users’ perceptions of AVs. Although further validation is required, this survey may provide insight into users’ perceptions of AVs.

Primary Author and Speaker: Sherrilene Classen

Additional Authors and Speakers: James Wersal

Contributing Authors: Justin Mason, Virginia Sisiopiku
Are The Leisure and Social Needs of Older Adults Residing in Assisted-Living Facilities Being Met?
Authors: Knecht-Sabres Lisa , Rosario Erica Del , Erb Amanda , Rozko Malgorzata
Published: July 2020

Date Presented 03/26/20

This study suggests that older adults in assisted living face a decline in meaningful leisure participation. OT practitioners can play a vital role in easing the transition into assisted living by ensuring that residents are still able to partake in their meaningful occupations, despite changes to their environment, social supports, or physical abilities. OT practitioners can also provide consultation to ensure that the activities offered meet the needs of the individuals and the community.

Primary Author and Speaker: Lisa Knecht-Sabres

Contributing Authors: Erica Del Rosario, Amanda Erb, Malgorzata Rozko
Process Evaluation of a Fall-Management Program for Full-Time Wheelchair and Scooter Users With Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
Authors: Denend Toni Van , Peterson Elizabeth , Rice Laura , Sung JongHun
Published: July 2020

Date Presented 03/26/20

This poster describes how the Medical Research Council’s process-evaluation guidelines were applied in a clinical trial undertaken to evaluate a complex intervention designed to reduce falls among full-time wheelchair or scooter users with MS. Preliminary process-evaluation findings relevant to implementation and mechanisms of impact based on post-intervention surveys and interview data from both participants and interventionists will be presented.

Primary Author and Speaker: Toni Van Denend

Additional Authors and Speakers: Elizabeth Peterson, Laura Rice

Contributing Authors: JongHun Sung
Sensory Modulation, Anxiety, and Interoception in Typical Adults
Authors: Mitchell Vanessa , Kim Christine , Nguyen Natalie , Laughter Sara
Published: July 2020

Date Presented 03/26/20

Despite the coexistence of sensory modulation disorder (SMD), anxiety, and altered interoceptive awareness (AIA) in adults, correlations between these constructs are limited in existing literature. This study examined a sample of over 150 typical adults and found moderate correlations between SMD, anxiety, AIA, and quality of life. Understanding correlations between these constructs may contribute to a better understanding of impact on occupations and more efficacious OT interventions.

Primary Author and Speaker: Vanessa Mitchell

Additional Authors and Speakers: Christine Kim

Contributing Authors: Natalie Nguyen, Sara Laughter
Legibility as a Significant Measure for Evaluation of Handwriting Performance Among Adolescents in OT
Authors: Hen-Herbst Liat , Fogel Yael , Rosenblum Sara , Barnett Anna
Published: July 2020

Date Presented 03/27/20

Adolescents with handwriting difficulties are referred to OT services due to inadequate writing process (speed and space) or product (illegibility). Executive function (EF) components are one of the underlying mechanisms of handwriting. The results indicate that EF levels of adolescents with handwriting difficulties were correlated only with product legibility. The results emphasize the importance of using a standardized tool to evaluate legibility in this population.

Primary Author and Speaker: Liat Hen-Herbst

Additional Authors and Speakers: Yael Fogel

Contributing Authors: Sara Rosenblum, Anna Barnett
Moment-to-Moment Associations Between Depressive Symptoms and Daily Functioning Among Stroke Survivors: An Ecological Momentary Assessment (EMA) Study
Authors: Lee Yejin , Lenze Eric , Baum Carolyn , Lee Jin-Moo , Metts Christopher , Yingling Michael , Fucetola Robert , Fong Mandy , Depp Colin , Heaton Robert , Lu Chenyang , Lai Albert , Wong Alex
Published: July 2020

Date Presented 03/27/20

This study used smartphone-based EMA to investigate moment-to-moment associations between poststroke depressive symptoms and daily functioning. We found that fatigue and lack of interest can be target symptoms to improve daily functioning among stroke survivors. Improving self-appraisals of daily functioning can be an effective way to manage depressive symptoms. EMA can be a useful tool to track real-time target symptoms in naturalistic contexts.

Primary Author and Speaker: Yejin Lee

Additional Authors and Speakers: Eric Lenze, Carolyn Baum, Jin-Moo Lee, Christopher Metts, Michael Yingling, Robert Fucetola, Mandy Fong, Colin Depp, Robert Heaton, Chenyang Lu, Albert Lai

Contributing Authors: Alex Wong
Community Participation After Recommended Driving Retirement in Older Adults With Dementia
Authors: Daws Connor , Barco Peggy , Carr David , Wallendorf Michael
Published: July 2020

Date Presented 03/27/20

This cross-sectional exploratory study considers the community mobility and participation of older adults with dementia following a comprehensive driving evaluation. Older adults who stop driving go through changes that may cause health decline. Results of this study show the importance of socially aligned activities and their impact on quality of life, as well as effective areas for OT intervention to minimize the poor outcomes associated with driving retirement.

Primary Author and Speaker: Connor Daws

Additional Authors and Speakers: Peggy Barco

Contributing Authors: David Carr, Michael Wallendorf
Perspectives of Stroke Survivors and Healthcare Professionals on the Use of Mobile Health to Support Participation in Physical Activity
Authors: Carter Daniel , Robinson Katie , Forbes John , Walsh Jane , Hayes Sara
Published: July 2020

Date Presented 03/27/20

Physical activity is a key component of primary and secondary stroke prevention. However, stroke survivors frequently do not meet physical activity guidelines, and calls have been made for the use of mobile and wireless devices, i.e., mobile health, to support participation in physical activity. The current study explores the perspectives of stroke survivors and health professionals on the use of mobile health to support engagement in physical activity.

Primary Author and Speaker: Daniel Carter

Contributing Authors: Katie Robinson, John Forbes, Jane Walsh, Sara Hayes
A Home-Based, Mobile-Health-Assisted Piano Therapy to Improve Upper-Extremity Performance in Stroke Survivors: A Pilot Study
Authors: Chen Yi-An , Norgaard Martin , Albright Ryan , Buchman Emily , Maitra Kinsuk
Published: July 2020

Date Presented 03/27/20

Music therapy has been demonstrated to improve poststroke motor performance. Our preliminary data from a three-week home-based music training suggest that the incorporation of mobile-health technology with piano therapy may provide an effective, acceptable, and motivating in-home training for stroke survivors to regain their motor capability. This research is currently in progress and recruiting more participants to obtain a solid conclusion.

Primary Author and Speaker: Yi-An Chen

Contributing Authors: Martin Norgaard, Ryan Albright, Emily Buchman, Kinusk Maitra
The Professor Paws Project: Innovative Strategies for Educating Middle and High School Students About OT and Service Dogs
Authors: Jarolim Kelsey , Isaacson Mary , Dickerson Shelby , Rankin Ashley , Hellman Chan
Published: July 2020

Date Presented 03/27/20

OTs and service dogs specialize in helping people to live their lives as independently as possible. The purpose of this study was to determine if a program combining service-dog education and information about careers in OT would improve understanding of service dogs and increase knowledge and peak interest in OT careers for 7th through 12th grade students. The Professor Paws Project model of combining service-dog education with OT career education is a successful model.

Primary Author and Speaker: Mary Isaacson

Additional Authors and Speakers: Kelsey Jarolim, Shelby Dickerson

Contributing Authors: Ashley Rankin, Chan Hellman
Sustainability of Adaptive Life Skills Learned: What Happens After Groups End?
Authors: Grant Elizabeth , O’Brien Shirley , Spira Gayle , Tomchek Scott
Published: July 2020

Date Presented 03/27/20

This project brings to our attention OT’s important role in meeting the ever-changing service needs of individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) as they transition into adulthood. Comparative analysis of pretest, posttest, and maintenance assessment scores offers insight into changes and begins an important discussion of how we can improve and sustain adaptive life skills in adolescents with ASD for the long-term goal of changing their trajectory for greater independence.

Primary Author and Speaker: Elizabeth Grant

Additional Authors and Speakers: Shirley O’Brien

Contributing Authors: Gayle Spira, Scott Tomchek
Relationship Between Parental Needs and Child’s Quality of Life (QoL) of Children Currently Undergoing Cancer Treatment
Authors: Huang Yan-hua , Shleppey Emly , Song Jina , Seo Jihoo
Published: July 2020

Date Presented 03/27/20

This study examines the relationship between parent needs and their child’s quality of life (QoL) during the child’s cancer treatment, which is a critical period for families. A pilot survey study examined 11 parents of children undergoing cancer treatment. A statistically significant moderate correlation was found between emotional stability and overall QoL with parent needs. Results provide valuable insight for OT involvement because the parent’s needs can influence the child’s QoL during treatment.

Primary Author and Speaker: Yan-hua Huang

Additional Authors and Speakers: Emly Shleppey, Jina Song

Contributing Authors: Jihoo Seo
General Education Teachers’ Perspectives on Collaboration With OTs in the School Setting
Authors: Bradley Erin , Hassett Elizabeth , Mazza Antonio , Abraham Gifty
Published: July 2020

Date Presented 03/27/20

Collaboration between teachers and OTs improves student performance and promotes positive student outcomes in school-based OT (Kennedy and Stewart, 2012). Collaboration with OTs was valued by 85.1% of respondents, and 62% of respondents considered OT’s goal in the schools to be focused on fine motor skills. This survey shows that general education teachers value collaboration with OTs but do not fully understand the role of OT, which may limit the effectiveness of collaboration.

Primary Author and Speaker: Erin Bradley

Contributing Authors: Elizabeth Hassett, Antonio Mazza, Gifty Abraham
Development of Theory of Mind (ToM) and Its Relation to Their Everyday Performance of Social Communication and Interaction in School-Age Children
Authors: Liu Meng-Ru , Chen Kuan-Lin
Published: July 2020

Date Presented 03/27/20

The findings of the study show that ToM is a developing social cognitive ability in school-age children and includes the components of lie, white lie, irony, and faux pas, and that it is related to everyday social communication and interaction performance. Understanding the relation between ToM and social performance can help clinicians to improve the ToM abilities of children with social performance difficulties in specific social contexts.

Primary Author and Speaker: Meng-Ru Liu

Contributing Authors: Kuan-Lin Chen
Picky Eating in Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD): An Examination of Behavioral Profiles
Authors: Wallisch Anna , Nowell Sallie , Little Lauren
Published: July 2020

Date Presented 03/27/20

Children with ASD often exhibit challenging eating behaviors that lead to later health consequences. We used medical records to examine how behavioral parent concerns and behavioral symptoms are linked to picky eating in ASD. Our findings point to distinct behaviors associated with picky eating.

Primary Author and Speaker: Anna Wallisch

Additional Authors and Speakers: Sallie Nowell, Lauren Little
The Impacts of Animal-Assisted Therapy (AAT) on Active Participation in Therapy Sessions: A Descriptive Case Series Study
Authors: Herlache-Pretzer Ellen , Winkle Melissa , Brown Kristin , Bommarito Brianna , Andres Jodi , Hoffmann Sarah , Ewer Amanda
Published: July 2020

Date Presented 03/27/20

This case series examined differences in participation in OT sessions involving AAT versus no AAT. Nine children with neurological conditions completed three similar activities, once with and once without AAT. Repetitions and length of engagement were recorded for each activity. No consistent differences between the conditions were recorded, perhaps because the integration of a dog added a dynamic component, affecting how activities were completed.

Primary Author and Speaker: Ellen Herlache-Pretzer

Additional Authors and Speakers: Melissa Winkle

Contributing Authors: Kristin Brown, Brianna Bommarito, Jodi Andres, Sarah Hoffmann, Amanda Ewer
Assessment of Cancer-Related Cognitive Decline (CRCD) and Related Factors in an Inpatient Oncology Population
Authors: Dobson Erika , Molinari Malarie
Published: July 2020

Date Presented 03/27/20

Cancer-related cognitive decline is not well understood in the oncology population, and evaluation for cognitive dysfunction while inpatient is not routine. The aims of this project are to: (1) identify the prevalence of CRCD in an inpatient hospital utilizing the Trail Making Test Part B, and (2) identify differences between individuals experiencing CRCD and those scoring within normal limits.

Primary Author and Speaker: Erika Dobson

Additional Authors and Speakers: Malarie Molinari
Tackling Barriers to Health Care in the Transgender and Nonconforming Community
Authors: Jorge Gisela , Raez Jose , Suarez Adalys , Gomez Martha , Ward Amy
Published: July 2020

Date Presented 03/27/20

The purpose of this study was to explore the effectiveness of OT master’s programs in producing well-rounded therapists who will treat transgender individuals with respect and clinical competence. We compared the perceptions of program directors regarding the effectiveness of their curricula to prepare their students to effectively treat transgender individuals with the perceptions of individuals within the community regarding their own experiences with healthcare providers.

Primary Author and Speaker: Gisela Jorge

Additional Authors and Speakers: Jose Raez, Adalys Suarez, Martha Gomez

Contributing Authors: Amy Ward
A Retrospective Analysis of Studies Examining Sensory Processing Preferences in Individuals With Psychiatric Conditions
Authors: Brown Catana , Karim Rebecca , Steuter Megan
Published: July 2020

Date Presented 03/27/20

A retrospective analysis of published studies examining sensory-processing preferences of individuals with psychiatric conditions compared the scores reported in the studies to normative values. The results revealed a pattern of greater sensory sensitivity, sensation avoiding, and low registration, and less sensation-seeking among individuals with a psychiatric condition. These findings can contribute to condition-specific sensory-based interventions in the context of occupational performance.

Primary Author and Speaker: Catana Brown

Additional Authors and Speakers: Rebecca Karim, Megan Steuter
Trends in Wheelchair Recommendations in a Dedicated Seating Department
Authors: Masselink Cara
Published: July 2020

Date Presented 03/27/20

This quantitative, retrospective chart review utilized letters of medical necessity written by physical therapists and OTs between 2007 and 2017 that detailed 4,525 full wheelchair recommendations. Descriptive results examined demographic factors of age, sex, and funding source in relation to type and complexity of manual wheelchairs and power mobility devices, displayed graphically. This study has strong implications for the service delivery of wheeled mobility equipment.

Primary Author and Speaker: Cara Masselink
Pairing Simulated Auditory Hallucinations (SAH) With Performance of Varied Occupations to Optimize Learning Among OT Students
Authors: Muriithi Bernard
Published: July 2020

Date Presented 03/28/20

This presentation focuses on the benefits of using SAH in educating OT students about schizophrenia and related conditions. Drawing from a mixed-methods study in which participants performed student-relevant occupations paired with SAH, the author highlights the benefits of combining SAH with performance of occupations of varying degrees of difficulty. This appears to optimize learning and help build empathy toward people living with mental illness.

Primary Author and Speaker: Bernard Muriithi
The Role of School-Based Supports in Predicting Employment Outcomes for Young Adults With Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
Authors: Wong Jasin , Coster Wendy , Cohn Ellen , Orsmond Gael
Published: July 2020

Date Presented 03/28/20

Employment is an important occupation in adult life. However, adults with ASD have poor work outcomes. To identify the role of school supports in predicting work outcomes, we conducted secondary analysis using a nationally representative dataset. We found school supports are an important mediator of work outcomes. However, youth who were higher-functioning received fewer school supports. OTs have a role in helping youth prepare for support needs.

Primary Author and Speaker: Jasin Wong

Contributing Authors: Wendy Coster, Ellen Cohn, Gael Orsmond
OT’s Role in Literacy Learning for Children Who Use an Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) Device
Authors: Trujillo Christopher , Monte Brenda Del , Conatser Melanie , Norris Gina , Westcott Carrie , Malmgren Tauni , Moritz Kelly
Published: July 2020

Date Presented 03/28/20

The incidence of disabilities that affect communication in children is on the rise. Disabilities that affect communication often cause other developmental challenges that hinder a child’s ability to develop literacy skills. This exploratory study examines the literacy skills of 179 children who received an interdisciplinary AAC evaluation. Study results describe OT’s role in providing literacy supports to professionals who work with children that use an AAC device.

Primary Author and Speaker: Christopher Trujillo

Additional Authors and Speakers: Carrie Westcott, Tauni Malmgren, Kelly Moritz

Contributing Authors: Brenda Del Monte, Melanie Conatser, Gina Norris
Intentional Emotional Face Production in Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder Is Related to Social Functioning but Not Affect Recognition
Authors: Krishnan Sharada , Kilroy Emily , Butera Christiana , Harrison Laura , Jayashankar Aditya , Hossain Anusha , Nalbach Alexis , Aziz-Zadeh Lisa
Published: July 2020

Date Presented 03/28/20

The results of this study indicate the need to develop interventions targeting EFP abilities for ASD. Children with ASD showed decreased valence, but not accuracy, of their positive-valence facial expressions. In ASD, there was a negative correlation between EFP accuracy and ASD symptoms related to social functioning. There were no relationships found between affect recognition accuracy and EFP accuracy.

Primary Author and Speaker: Sharada Krishnan

Additional Authors and Speakers: Emily Kilroy

Contributing Authors: Christiana Butera, Laura Harrison, Aditya Jayashankar, Anusha Hossain, Alexis Nalbach, Lisa Aziz-Zadeh
Looking for the Signs: OTs’ Experiences With Deaf Culture
Authors: Englerth Kelsey , Dennis Carole , Scott Shannon
Published: July 2020

Date Presented 03/28/20

This presentation synthesizes the experiences of four OTs who have provided services to Deaf clients. Themes from the data include diversity of communication methods, practice considerations, and strategies for seeking cultural knowledge. The clinical experiences included in this study offer the potential for improving the cultural relevance of OT services for the Deaf population, as well as sensitizing practitioners to the needs of other cultural groups.

Primary Author and Speaker: Kelsey Englerth

Contributing Authors: Carole Dennis, Shannon Scott
OTs’ and Clinical Staffs’ Perceptions of Sensory Rooms in Mental-Health Settings
Authors: Kothari Jessica , Seruya Francine
Published: July 2020

Date Presented 03/28/20

This mixed-method study explored OTs’ and non-OT clinical staff members’ perceptions and experiences of the development, implementation, and use of sensory rooms in mental-health settings. The results of the study indicate OTPs need to take an active role in the development of sensory rooms. Ongoing training is essential to maintain effective use. Additionally, sensory rooms are being used mainly as calming spaces, despite potential for other uses in mental-health settings.

Primary Author and Speaker: Jessica Kothari

Additional Authors and Speakers: Francine Seruya
Development of a Tablet-Based Participation Measure for Older Adults in Outpatient Rehabilitation Settings
Authors: Chang Feng-Hang , Su Yu , Tseng Zong-Liang
Published: July 2020

Date Presented 03/28/20

We developed a tablet-based participation measure and compared its reliability, concordance, and acceptability to older adults in outpatient rehabilitation settings with the paper-form version. Findings of this study provide supportive evidence for administering a tablet-based participation measure to older populations in rehabilitation settings and suggest a promising measurement methodology for future OT practice.

Primary Author and Speaker: Feng-Hang Chang

Contributing Authors: Yu Su, Zong-Liang Tseng
A Systematic Review of Cognitive Orientation to Daily Occupational Performance (CO-OP) on Motor Outcomes for Adults With Acquired Brain Injury
Authors: Jacob Jesslene , Lai Wen-Yi , Khanukayeva Sabina , Kim Grace
Published: July 2020

Date Presented 03/28/20

A systematic review was completed on the effectiveness of CO-OP in the treatment of motor performance for adults with acquired brain injury. Three databases were searched, and 15 relevant articles were identified, critically appraised, and narratively analyzed. There is growing evidence that CO-OP is efficacious in promoting motor and functional outcomes for the stroke population. Findings also indicate transfer and generalization of the cognitive skill into everyday life for participants.

Primary Author and Speaker: Jesslene Jacob

Additional Authors and Speakers: Wen-Yi Lai, Grace Kim

Contributing Authors: Sabina Khanukayeva
The Influence of Personal and Physical Contexts on OTs’ Intervention Choices for Addressing Contractures
Authors: Thomas Heather
Published: July 2020

Date Presented 03/28/20

This quantitative cross-sectional survey design study conducted with 409 OTs investigated the influence of practice and personal context factors on the choices that OTs have in addressing upper-extremity contractures. For interventions that had a high likelihood of being used, specifically static splinting, stretching/PROM, and positioning, there were no practice context barriers found, yet it was with these interventions that there was little belief in their effectiveness.

Primary Author and Speaker: Heather Thomas
Measuring Accessibility of Materials Provided to Families for Accessing, Utilizing and Transitioning Out of Early Intervention (EI)
Authors: Leslie Catherine , Delosh Taylor , Crehan Jillian
Published: July 2020

Date Presented 03/28/20

Nationally, only 10% of children eligible for EI receive services. Parents with low health literacy have difficulty accessing the EI system. Accessible written information is needed to reduce this difficulty. This study evaluated EI materials provided by one state’s Department of Public Health. Four assessment tools measured accessibility, including the CDC Clear Communication Index. None of 26 materials had adequate scores. Materials need to be revised to be effective.

Primary Author and Speaker: Catherine Leslie

Additional Authors and Speakers: Taylor Delosh

Contributing Authors: Jillian Crehan
It’s a Roller Coaster Ride! A Metaphorical Analysis of Effective OT in Child Mental-Health and Learning Disability
Authors: Avantaggiato-Quinn Maria
Published: July 2020

Date Presented 03/28/20

Interpretive phenomenological research gathered metaphors summarizing OTs lived experiences of effective OT. Data analysis identified themes of obstruction and flow; learning and growth; creative complexity; containment; and emotions and embodiment. The Rollercoaster Ride: a summative metaphor, encapsulates an occupational perspective of health. It aims to improve children’s participation by finding more effective interventions to address the negative impacts of emotional influences.

Primary Author and Speaker: Maria Avantaggiato-Quinn
Striving for an Inclusive Profession: The Network for Lesbian, Gay, and Bisexual Concerns in OT Founding Voices
Authors: Martin Peggy , Mahoney Wanda , Peters Christine
Published: July 2020

Date Presented 03/28/20

This historical qualitative research about the development and early advocacy of the Network for LGBTQIA+ Concerns in OT (formerly Network for LGB Concerns in OT) resulted in themes of confronting the profession, coming out, and changing practice. Researchers analyzed data from primary archival documents, oral histories, and one focus group of Network members. Implications for future research and the OT profession (education and practice) will be discussed.

Primary Author and Speaker: Peggy Martin

Additional Authors and Speakers: Wanda Mahoney, Christine Peters
Identifying Gaps in OT Services in a Developing Country: Healthcare-Clinic Needs-Assessment in Rural Belize
Authors: Barillier Kyra , Jaegers Lisa
Published: July 2020

Date Presented 03/28/20

Limited healthcare in Punta Gorda, Belize, and surrounding villages called for an assessment of needed OT services. Interviews were conducted remotely and with a free healthcare clinic. Four main themes emerged: (1) lack of early intervention, (2) barriers to accessing school for children with developmental disabilities, (3) high caregiver burden, and (4) lack of social-emotional care. Findings support the addition of OT to the available care in rural Belize.

Primary Author and Speaker: Kyra Barillier

Additional Authors and Speakers: Lisa Jaegers
Exploring Assistive Technology (AT) Decision-Making Among Older Adults (OA) Aging in Place
Authors: Graham Kay , Robinson Morgan , Salter Mary , McLaughlin Molly , Ikeler Hannah
Published: July 2020

Date Presented 03/28/20

AT can help OA age in place. OT practitioners should consider how OA make decisions about AT, since OAs’ general decision-making process and strategy differs from that of younger adults. This exploratory qualitative design used semistructured interviews to explore OA decision-making regarding AT. Findings from the seven community-dwelling OAs generally supported Löckenhoff’s older-adult decision-making model.

Primary Author and Speaker: Kay Graham

Contributing Authors: Morgan Robinson, Mary Salter, Molly McLaughlin, Hannah Ikeler
The Role of Activities of Daily Living Independence in Post-Acute-Care Rehabilitation Service Needs in the Elderly Abdominal-Surgery Population
Authors: Dobson Erika , Zanette Hailey , Julian Rebecca
Published: July 2020

Date Presented 03/28/20

More than half of all surgical patients are age 65 and older, and research suggests that a majority of these patients will require post-acute-care rehabilitation services (PAC). Despite growing healthcare costs, characteristics influencing PAC needs in the elderly abdominal-surgery population are not well studied. This project aims to describe discharge trends, as well as factors related to requiring placement at a skilled-nursing facility in the elderly abdominal-surgery population.

Primary Author and Speaker: Erika Dobson

Contributing Authors: Hailey Zanette, Rebecca Julian
Post-Traumatic Growth Following Spinal Cord Injury: A Qualitative Study
Authors: Gill Kristen , Bevans Katherine
Published: July 2020

Date Presented 03/28/20

Despite the negative consequences often associated with this trauma, many individuals report post-traumatic growth following their spinal cord injury. The purpose of this study was to implement a qualitative research methodology in which to better understand the factors that facilitate post-traumatic growth following spinal cord injury, as well as potential clinical implications for OT practitioners.

Primary Author and Speaker: Kristen Gill

Additional Authors and Speakers: Katherine Bevans
Outcomes for Disability, Pain, and Health Following Surgical Intervention for Peripheral Nerve Disorders: Implications for the OT
Authors: Hubbuck Melanie , McAndrew Rose , Kaskutas Vicki
Published: July 2020

Date Presented 03/28/20

Upper-extremity peripheral nerve disorders increase disability and cause emotional stress. Many patients with peripheral nerve disorders undergo surgical intervention, and this research tracks trajectories of disability, pain, and health postoperation (PO). Results show worsening symptoms PO, return to baseline, and finally improvement at 12 weeks. The decline PO endorses early referral to OTs for pain management education as well as activity modifications to decrease experienced disability.

Primary Author and Speaker: Melanie Hubbuck

Contributing Authors: Rose McAndrew, Vicki Kaskutas
Comparing Moral Reasoning Across Graduate Occupational and Physical Therapy Students and Practitioners
Authors: Howard Brenda , Kern Cheyenne , Milliner Olivia , Newhart Lindsey , Burke Sarah
Published: July 2020

Date Presented 03/28/20

Investigators compared moral reasoning between OT and physical therapy students and practitioners with the Defining Issues Test-2. Investigators found a significant difference in consolidated (set) versus transitional (forming) patterns of moral reasoning in practitioners versus students. The difference occurred between second-year students and practitioners, suggesting fieldwork experiences enhanced moral reasoning patterns. Implications include providing ethics education support during fieldwork experiences.

Primary Author and Speaker: Brenda Howard

Additional Authors and Speakers: Cheyenne Kern, Olivia Milliner, Lindsey Newhart, Sarah Burke
What Families Do Together: An Examination of Family Occupations Affording Family Connection and Identity Cultivation
Authors: Smith Sarah , Melanson Amanda
Published: July 2020

Date Presented 03/28/20

In this descriptive qualitative study, 42 families raising children with and without disabilities or chronic health conditions shared the family occupations that promoted family connection and identity. Findings include family occupation types and attributes and examine the similarities and differences among family groups. These data offer valuable practice considerations that transcend decontextualized, individualistic recommendations in order to prioritize family participation needs.

Primary Author and Speaker: Sarah Smith

Additional Authors and Speakers: Amanda Melanson
Relationships Between Sensory Processing Behaviors, Executive Function, and Temperament Characteristics for Effortful Control in School-Age Children
Authors: Diamant Rachel , Ruiz Holli , Holmes Katheryn
Published: July 2020

Date Presented 03/28/20

A descriptive correlation study examined relationships between temperament, effortful control, executive function, and sensory-processing behavior. Outcomes from three standardized questionnaires in children between 7.0 and 10.11 years indicated that statistically significant associations between typical sensory responses were related to abilities for executive function and effortful control, whereas, sensory reactivity was related to decreased abilities for executive function and effortful control.

Primary Author and Speaker: Rachel Diamant

Contributing Authors: Holli Ruiz, Katheryn Holmes
Using Actigraphy for Understanding Activity and Sleep Patterns in Young Boys With Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD) During a Clinical Drug Trial
Authors: Silverman Natalie , Beck Michelle , Hall Danielle , Hartman Amy , Bendixen Roxanna
Published: July 2020

Date Presented 03/28/20

Our longitudinal study is exploring the feasibility and reliability of using actigraphy as a meaningful outcome measure in children ages four through seven involved in a clinical trial. Our data examine activity levels and sleep patterns in boys with DMD in their natural environment throughout the drug trial. We hypothesize that using activity monitoring as an outcome measure will provide a meaningful view of daytime and nighttime activity for these young boys to show treatment effect.

Primary Author and Speaker: Natalie Silverman

Contributing Authors: Michelle Beck, Danielle Hall, Amy Hartman, Roxanna Bendixen
Children’s Progression of Control of a Powered Mobility Device Using a Joystick
Authors: Dennis Carole , Hoover Miranda , Mixon Thadeus , Patrick Reilly , Rescsanski Lauren , Solinas Stephen , Tigno Nicolette , Stansfield Sharon
Published: July 2020

Date Presented 03/28/20

Currently, there is limited information to support decision-making for the provision of powered mobility for very young children with disabilities. To better understand the appropriate age and development for prescription of powered mobility, this research describes the progression of driving skills using a joystick control for powered mobility in typically developing children ages 12 to 24 months. This presentation discusses this research and the possible implications for evidence-based practice.

Primary Author and Speaker: Carole Dennis

Additional Authors and Speakers: Miranda Hoover, Thadeus Mixon, Reilly Patrick, Lauren Rescsanski, Stephen Solinas, Nicolette Tigno

Contributing Authors: Sharon Stansfield
Profiles of Sensory Processing of Infants and Toddlers in a Medically Underserved Area: A Cohort Study
Authors: Aubuchon-Endsley Nicki , Gee Bryan , Prow Abby , Holloway Tyler , Zovi-Kammerman Nicole
Published: July 2020

Date Presented 03/28/20

The findings from this cohort of infants and toddlers are similar to the scores of the foundational or national sample within the SP2 manual and may represent increased measurement reliability of typically developing infants and toddlers. Additionally, caregiver perceptions of their child’s sensory processing may be consistent across time as the infant or toddler develops.

Primary Author and Speaker: Bryan Gee

Additional Authors and Speakers: Tyler Holloway, Nicole Zovi-Kammerman

Contributing Authors: Nicki Aubuchon-Endsley, Abby Prow
Comparing the Predictors of Theory-of-Mind–Related Social Interaction (ToM-Related Social Interaction) in Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Related to Verbal Comprehension
Authors: Mao Shih-Yao , Yu Yen-Ting , Chiu Hsiu Man , Tsai Ching-Hong , Li Hsing-Jung , Chen Kuan-Lin
Published: July 2020

Date Presented 03/28/20

The results showed that children with normal verbal comprehension had better performance in ToM-related social interaction than those with delayed verbal comprehension. However, children’s symptom severities significantly predicted their ToM-related social interaction only in children who had normal verbal comprehension. This study highlighted the differential predictions of symptom severity to ToM-related social interaction by their verbal comprehension levels in children with ASD.

Primary Author and Speaker: Shih-Yao Mao

Contributing Authors: Yen-Ting Yu, Hsiu Man Chiu, Ching-Hong Tsai, Hsing-Jung Li, Kuan-Lin Chen
Caregiver Stress & the Association Between Clinically Observed and Caregiver-Reported Sensory Responsiveness
Authors: Campi Emily , Sideris John , Holland Cristin , Sopkin Emily , Chen Yun-Ju , Choi Elizabeth , Agostine Susan , Bristol Stephanie , Dallman Aaron , Wiles Amanda , Watson Linda , Crais Elizabeth , Baranek Grace
Published: July 2020

Date Presented 03/28/20

Sensory-processing challenges are measured by caregiver report and clinician observation and affect many people with autism spectrum disorder and their caregivers. It is unclear how caregiver stress influences the correlation between scores on caregiver reports and observational measures. The present analysis explored correlations between two formats of tools to assess sensory processing and indicated that caregiver stress moderates the association between sensory-seeking scores on the measures.

Primary Author and Speaker: Emily Campi

Additional Authors and Speakers: Cristin Holland, Susan Agostine, Stephanie Bristol

Contributing Authors: John Sideris, Emily Sopkin, Yun-Ju Chen, Elizabeth Choi, Aaron Dallman, Amanda Wiles, Linda Watson, Elizabeth Crais, Grace Baranek
Increasing Emotional Intelligence (EI) Through Self-Reflection Journals: Implications for OT Students
Authors: Perkins Natalie , Schmid Arlene
Published: July 2020

Date Presented 03/28/20

As the use of EI and self-awareness training within accredited OT programs becomes more prevalent, it will be important to describe and differentiate the benefits of and barriers to potential types of EI training. Therefore, this study examined the relationship between EI and self-awareness training. This study’s findings add new perspectives and depth to the current research and the evidence supporting the need for EI training in OT curricula.

Primary Author and Speaker: Natalie Perkins

Additional Authors and Speakers: Arlene Schmid
Analysis of Practice Patterns in a Student Experiential Learning Clinic
Authors: Whalley Richard , McAndrew Rose , Kaskutas Vicki
Published: July 2020

Date Presented 03/28/20

Analyzing the complexities of OT treatment is critical to understanding and guiding best practice. This research presents a unique method of using the OT practice framework, the person-environment-occupation-performance model, and billing codes to examine practice in our hand-therapy student experiential-learning clinic. Results demonstrate that student therapists addressed occupations in all treatment visits and utilized a variety of intervention approaches and types.

Primary Author and Speaker: Richard Whalley

Additional Authors and Speakers: Vicki Kaskutas

Contributing Authors: Rose McAndrew
Latinos in the RGV Living with Ulcerative Colitis: Occupational Changes
Authors: Reyna Sabrina , Wells Shirley
Published: July 2020

Date Presented 03/28/20

Ulcerative Colitis, a chronic inflammatory bowel disease, affects all level of occupational performance and participation. Among Latinos in the RGV, it is an ever-present existence that has influenced and changed their mental state.

Primary Author and Speaker: Sabrina Reyna

Additional Authors and Speakers: Shirley Wells
Interoception Across Varying Degrees of Mental Wellness
Authors: Mahler Kelly , McLaughlin Ellen , Anson Denis
Published: July 2020

Date Presented 03/28/20

This study describes interoceptive processing in a sample of 706 adults, including those with no mental-health diagnosis and those with a diagnosis, including depression, anxiety, eating disorder, or attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. Significant differences on the Multidimensional Scale of Interoceptive Awareness-2 (MAIA) and the Interoception Sensory Questionnaire (ISQ) were seen across levels of mental-health wellness. Implications for future research and practice are provided.

Primary Author and Speaker: Kelly Mahler

Additional Authors and Speakers: Ellen McLaughlin

Contributing Authors: Denis Anson
Characterization of Wrist Conditions in Active-Duty Service Members at a Major Medical Center: A Retrospective Review
Authors: Contessa James , Stanely Brandon , Truax Chelsea , Bell Jamie , Gregg Brian , Smith-Forbes Enrique
Published: July 2020

Date Presented 03/28/20

This study identified the most prevalent wrist conditions by injury, type, and diagnosis for US service members. The results support the need for prevention efforts based on the most prevalent wrist conditions. The type of injury and diagnosis play a major role in treatment planning, which determines the length of treatment. Lastly, the study highlights the importance of consistent documentation and standard assessment completion for an accurate depiction of the effectiveness of OT treatment.

Primary Author and Speaker: James Contessa

Additional Authors and Speakers: Jamie Bell, Brian Gregg, Enrique Smith-Forbes

Contributing Authors: Brandon Stanely, Chelsea Truax
Does Computerized Cognitive Training Improve Mental Resilience and Quality of Life (QOL) of Israeli Soldiers in Combat Units?
Authors: Gilboa Yafit , Nahum Mor , Avraham Rina Ben , Afek Anat
Published: July 2020

Date Presented 03/26/20

The study’s aim was to investigate the feasibility and effectiveness of cognitive-control training using mobile phones to improve resilience and QOL among soldiers in the Israeli Defense Forces. A group of 154 combat-unit soldiers were recruited and randomized to a controlled clinical trial group and an active control group. No significant effects of training on QOL, resilience, or mental health were found. The study’s results encourage OTs to develop accessible, occupation-based interventions for enhancing resilience.

Primary Author and Speaker: Yafit Gilboa

Contributing Authors: Mor Nahum, Rina Ben Avraham, Anat Afek
Combined Brain and Hand Stimulation to Improve Hand Function in Individuals With Moderate to Severe Chronic Stroke: A Pilot Randomized Controlled Trial
Authors: Sethi Amit , Pascual-Leone Alvaro , Santarnecchi Emiliano
Published: July 2020

Date Presented 03/26/20

We conducted a phase I pilot randomized controlled trial examining the preliminary efficacy of combining brain and hand stimulation to improve hand function in individuals with moderate to severe chronic stroke. Our findings suggest that the combined brain and hand stimulation shows promise in improving hand movement, function, and participation in daily tasks in this population. Future studies are warranted to examine the efficacy of this intervention.

Primary Author and Speaker: Amit Sethi

Contributing Authors: Alvaro Pascual-Leone, Emiliano Santarnecchi
The Differences in Participation Patterns Between Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Children With Typical Development
Authors: Ismael Noor , Jaber Ala’a , Mhdawi Khader Al
Published: July 2020

Date Presented 03/26/20

Children with ASD participated less frequently in a fewer number of activities than children with typical development. However, children with ASD had more enjoyment and school and community participation than children with typical development. OTs should evaluate and support participation for all children.

Primary Author and Speaker: Noor Ismael

Additional Authors and Speakers: Ala’a Jaber

Contributing Authors: Khader Al Mhdawi
Long-Term Barriers to Participation in Meaningful Activities of Women With Breast Cancer
Authors: Loubani Khawla , Schreuer Naomi , Milman Uzi , Kizony Rachel
Published: July 2020

Date Presented 03/26/20

This longitudinal study examined the factors associated with participation in meaningful activities following breast cancer. The findings emphasized the participation restrictions women face, even six years after diagnosis, in activities with high physical demands. Also, associations between participation and physical and cognitive symptoms were found. The findings highlight the need and were the basis for developing a unique, occupation-based intervention following breast cancer.

Primary Author and Speaker: Khawla Loubani

Contributing Authors: Naomi Schreuer, Uzi Milman
Circadian Rhythms, Sleep, and Chronic Disease: A Look Into Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy
Authors: Hartman Amy , Terhorst Lauren , Little Natalie , Yeh Chin-Hao , Bendixen Roxanna
Published: July 2020

Date Presented 03/27/20

Circadian rhythms are physical, mental, and behavioral changes that follow a daily cycle. They help influence sleep and wake patterns and can be useful in identification of maladaptive sleep patterns that are known to exacerbate symptoms of rare disease. This research explored circadian rhythms and sleep in young males with Duchenne muscular dystrophy and age-matched unaffected males. Understanding circadian rhythms is pivotal for successful sleep intervention.

Primary Author and Speaker: Amy Hartman

Additional Authors and Speakers: Roxanna Bendixen

Contributing Authors: Lauren Terhorst, Natalie Little, Chin-Hao Yeh