Loneliness at older ages has been associated with higher morbidity and mortality. One of the risk factors for loneliness may be age-related decline in skeletal muscle strength, which may limit the possibilities for engagement in usual social activities and maintaining relationships. We aimed to identify if decrease in grip strength is an independent determinant of subsequent change in loneliness. To read the full article, choose Open Athens “Institutional Login” and search for “Midlands Partnership”.
This study examined the effects of parent-based occupational therapy on stress levels, coping skills, and emotional skills and competencies of parents of children with cerebral palsy. To read the full article, choose Open Athens “Institutional Login” and search for “Midlands Partnership”.
People with complex physical disabilities unable to change their position independently are at risk of developing postural deformities and secondary complications. 24-hour posture management is needed to protect body structure. With inconsistencies in current service provision, this research aimed to scope the evidence for a 24-hour posture management approach. To read the full article, choose Open Athens “Institutional Login” and search for “Midlands Partnership”.
This research aims to map entry criteria across UK pre-registration programmes, while considering fair access and exploring who might be missing at the point of enquiry and entry. To read the full article, choose Open Athens “Institutional Login” and search for “Midlands Partnership”.
Occupational participation is a key element to increase the quality of life in the population. The aim of this study was to analyze participant’s reported benefits about the “Occupational Self-Analysis” program. To read the full article, choose Open Athens “Institutional Login” and search for “Midlands Partnership”.
Positive risk-taking in occupational therapy intermediate care is a requirement, yet little is known about how positive risk-taking barriers influence discharge decisions at different experience levels. A factorial survey was used to investigate positive risk-taking barriers (Limited Capacity, Risk Averse Family, Blame Culture and No Support). To read the full article, choose Open Athens “Institutional Login” and search for “Midlands Partnership”.
Walking in the community allows participation in meaningful activities which positively influences self-rated health and quality of life. Our objective was to identify factors associated with social participation and community ambulation in a representative sample of Canadian adults with osteoarthritis (OA). To read the full article, choose Open Athens “Institutional Login” and search for “Midlands Partnership”.
The effect of Reablement, a multi-faceted intervention is unclear, specifically, which interventions improve outcomes. This Systematic Review evaluates randomised controlled trials (RCTs) describing Reablement investigating the population, interventions, who delivered them, the effect and sustainability of outcomes. To read the full article, choose Open Athens “Institutional Login” and search for “Midlands Partnership”.
This study’s aim was to explore occupational therapists’ reasons for and for not getting involved in research and to determine potential barriers and enablers to engaging in research. To read the full article, choose Open Athens “Institutional Login” and search for “Midlands Partnership”.
Incorporation of animal-assisted services is an emerging field of occupational therapy practice. While the owner–dog relationship is an important component supporting positive outcomes, pets also represent an added responsibility, with pet care a little-understood role for occupational therapists. The present study drew on attachment theory to investigate associations between owner attachment pattern, care of the dog, relationship with and closeness to the dog and perceptions of the dog’s personality. To read the full article, choose Open Athens “Institutional Login” and search for “Midlands Partnership”.
This literature review aims to critically appraise qualitative research to explore occupational therapists' experience of working cross culturally. By comparing these experiences, this review aims to identify ways in which occupational therapists individually, and occupational therapy as a profession, can increase the efficacy of the interventions they provide within cross-cultural situations, so all clients can be supported to achieve equal health outcomes. To read the full article, choose Open Athens “Institutional Login” and search for “Midlands Partnership”.
Independently, interoceptive awareness and executive functioning play major roles in children’s abilities to engage in their daily occupations. This study investigated the potential relationship between neurotypical school-age children’s interoceptive awareness and executive functioning. To read the full article, choose Open Athens “Institutional Login” and search for “Midlands Partnership”.
This article presents the first stage of a grounded theory study that seeks to understand what occupational therapy students learn during the course of their first practice placement, with the intention of informing simulated placement development. To read the full article, choose Open Athens “Institutional Login” and search for “Midlands Partnership”.
Engagement with the natural outdoors is recommended for public health and wellbeing. Occupational therapists are well-placed to promote these therapeutic benefits, yet limited evidence exists of the scope of such applications. To read the full article, choose Open Athens “Institutional Login” and search for “Midlands Partnership”.
Occupational therapy plays an important role in fostering community participation in areas such as education, employment, leisure, and social relationships, yet its added value within early intervention in psychosis services, especially in the United States, remains poorly understood. The purpose of this research was to conduct a national survey of early intervention in psychosis programs to: (1) understand the role and unique contributions of occupational therapists to early intervention teams, and (2) identify barriers and supports to the implementation of occupational therapy services within these programs. To read the full article, choose Open Athens “Institutional Login” and search for “Midlands Partnership”.
This study explored whether the reflective framework for community development in occupational therapy is applicable and useful for occupational therapists in the United Kingdom. To read the full article, choose Open Athens “Institutional Login” and search for “Midlands Partnership”.
Research that considers illness narrative ‘master plots’ (common and recognisable story plots related to the experience of illness), as expressed by individuals who have had a stroke, is needed. Thus far, the literature has focused on identifying pre-established illness narrative master plots: the restitution, the chaos and the quest narrative. However, these narrative plots represent extreme psychological responses to the experience of illness; other narratives need to be understood in order to most effectively support individuals with stroke. To read the full article, choose Open Athens “Institutional Login” and search for “Midlands Partnership”.
This was the first research study designed specifically to explore the experiences of physiotherapists and occupational therapists working as ward leaders on wards with a patient rehabilitation focus and how to optimise this workforce transformation. To read the full article, choose Open Athens “Institutional Login” and search for “Midlands Partnership”.
This UK based qualitative study aimed to explore the experiences of young adult ‘Care Leavers’ regarding their participation in a socially prescribed community gardening group. To read the full article, choose Open Athens “Institutional Login” and search for “Midlands Partnership”.
Occupation-based interventions could help to address a growing mental health crisis among young people and adolescents. To develop new interventions and avoid research waste, a review of the academic literature is needed that systematically identifies and describes interventions designed to improve the mental health and wellbeing of 11–25 year-olds. To read the full article, choose “Institutional Login” and search for “Midlands Partnership”.