Occupational therapy services -- Study and teaching
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Found in 24 Collections and/or Records:
Exploring the lived experiences of caregivers in an inclusive pickleball program for children with autism spectrum disorder : a mixed methods study, 2025
Item — Call number MU Thesis Car
Identifier: b7932417
Abstract
Importance: Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) often face significant barriers to recreational participation, limiting their access to social, emotional, and physical benefits (Płatos & Pisula, 2019). This lack of access may lead to occupational injustice and increased social isolation.
Objective: To explore caregiver perceptions of a six-week inclusive pickleball program aimed at increasing accessible recreational opportunities for children with ASD. It was...
Dates:
2025
Healthcare professionals' knowledge of occupational therapy in Vietnam : a pilot and exploratory study, 2024
Item — Call number MU Thesis Dan
Identifier: b7931939
Abstract
As occupational therapy (OT) continues to develop across Southeast Asia, conceptualization of the profession among healthcare professionals (HCPs) exists as an area of concern, with many unaware of OT's role and scope (Darawsheh, 2018; Wan Yunus et al., 2022). Existing literature calls for advocacy and education to mitigate poor understanding of the profession (Abu Tariah et al., 2012; Darawsheh, 2018; Meny & Hayat, 2017). However, there is limited research that explores the efficacy...
Dates:
2024
Healthcare professionals' understanding and attitude toward occupational therapy practice following an interprofessional program in Vietnam : a case and cross-analysis, 2024
Item — Call number MU Thesis Dar
Identifier: b7931958
Abstract
The capstone project aimed to determine whether there was a heightened comprehension of OT among hospital staff following educational training sessions, all with the aim of enhancing care at Da Nang Psychiatric Hospital. Through qualitative inquiry, the project assessed staff understanding and attitudes toward occupational therapy, comparing perceptions between Da Nang Psychiatric Hospital and Da Nang Orthopedics and Rehabilitation Hospital. The methods included case and cross-case...
Dates:
2024
Occupational therapy students' level I fieldwork impact on level II fieldwork : validating the usage of level I fieldwork evaluation form (2nd edition) in an academic context, 2025
Item — Call number MU Thesis Fer
Identifier: b7932478
Abstract
Occupational therapy (OT) education relies on fieldwork experiences to bridge academic learning with clinical practice. Level I fieldwork is designed to introduce students to practice settings, yet its impact on student preparedness for level II fieldwork remains underexplored. This study evaluates the effectiveness of level I fieldwork in ensuring OT students’ perceived readiness for level II placements. Using a mixed-methods approach, data was collected from participants via the Level I...
Dates:
2025
Occupational therapy students' perceived preparedness and confidence to utilize virtual reality technology in their future practice, 2024
Item — Call number MU Thesis Bus
Identifier: b7931933
Abstract
Virtual reality (VR) in healthcare has been proven to improve patients' physical and cognitive functions. Limited research has been done on occupational therapy (OT) and occupational therapy students' perceptions and knowledge of VR’s usability for OT practice. Students’ perceived confidence and preparedness are essential when using VR technology safely and effectively to fill a knowledge gap. This doctoral capstone project emphasized the importance of experiential education and...
Dates:
2024
Perceptions of social work professionals on the role of occupational therapy in the treatment of mental illness, 2025
Item — Call number MU Thesis Rob
Identifier: b7932428
Abstract
This scholarship was intended to explore the convergence of social work and occupational therapy in treating mental illness and examine social work perceptions on occupational therapy’s role and impact in the treatment of individuals with mental illness through two research questions: How do social workers describe the role of occupational therapy in the treatment of individuals with mental illness?, and How do social workers describe the impact of occupational therapy on individuals with...
Dates:
2025
Phenomenological approach to exploring the role of facilitators in developing adolescents' skills for identifying resources for occupational success, 2024
Item — Call number MU Thesis Nap
Identifier: b7931931
Abstract
The adolescent years, spanning from 10 to 24 years old, is a crucial period of development that requires special attention. Today, adolescents are facing a mental health crisis, and there is a lack of research specifically focused on occupational therapy that examines the role of facilitators, in fostering adolescent development for occupational success. To fill this gap with an occupational therapy lens, a qualitative inquiry study was conducted to outline the role of facilitators in...
Dates:
2024
Phenomenological study exploring the perspectives of caregivers understanding how hippotherapy contributes to social participation among children with ADHD and ASD, 2025
Item — Call number MU Thesis McN
Identifier: b7932388
Abstract
Importance: Illuminate the caregiver perspective of hippotherapy intervention as it relates to social participation and social skills among children with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and/or autism spectrum disorder (ASD).
Objective: The purpose of this study is to understand the experience of caregivers of children with ADHD/ASD related to their child’s occupational therapy services at a nature-based clinic. incorporating hippotherapy intervention with social...
Dates:
2025
Student perspectives on neurodivergence in higher education : a quantitative campus survey, 2025
Item — Call number MU Thesis Zam
Identifier: b7932443
Abstract
Importance: As neurodivergent student enrollment is increasing in higher education, it is important to
address university barriers and college students’ perspectives that promote a neuro-affirmative environment
on campus.
Objective: The Neurodiversity Attitudes Scale (NAS) was used to assess students’ perspectives and
awareness about the topic of neurodivergence. These views served as a needs assessment to help determine
neurodivergent support needs and awareness initiatives that...
Dates:
2025
Supporting wellness in doctoral occupational therapy students : the effects of a complementary health program on students' perceived anxiety and stress, 2024
Item — Call number MU Thesis Ack
Identifier: b7931937
Abstract
Among graduate students there is a high level of stress and anxiety reported. Most of the literature focuses on techniques to combat stress and anxiety among students from nursing or medical professions, which does not accurately represent the healthcare field. The purpose of this research was to explore the effects of complementary health approaches on the experience of stress and anxiety among doctoral level occupational therapy (OTD) students. The following research question was...
Dates:
2024