We explored students’ views of the value of frames of reference (FoR) as they progressed through the didactic portion of an occupational therapy program. You can request a copy of this article by replying to this email. Please ensure you are clear which article you are requesting.
The development of bowel control is an important activity of daily living in early childhood, and challenges in this area can limit participation in key occupations. Retentive fecal incontinence (RFI) is a common disorder in children. Up to 50% of children do not respond adequately to initial medical intervention, and behaviors around toileting, some related to sensory overresponsivity (SOR), may be partly responsible. Therefore, this study investigated the relationship between RFI and SOR and also examined the discriminative validity of the Toileting Habit Profile Questionnaire (THPQ). Per parent report, children with RFI (n = 16) showed significantly more behaviors related to SOR compared with typically developing children (n = 27). In addition, results indicated that the THPQ effectively discriminates between children with RFI and typically developing children. Results are discussed regarding RFI and SOR, the impact of RFI on childhood occupational engagement, and the role of occupational therapy with this population. You can request a copy of this article by replying to this email. Please ensure you are clear which article you are requesting.
The goal of the evidence review was to evaluate the effectiveness of interventions for caregivers of people with Alzheimer’s disease and related major neurocognitive disorders that facilitate the ability to maintain participation in the caregiver role. You can request a copy of this article by replying to this email. Please ensure you are clear which article you are requesting.
Safety is an issue for older adults with dementia because they are at risk for various incidents. Intelligent assistive technology (IAT) may mitigate risks while promoting independence and reducing the impact on the caregiver of supporting a relative with dementia. The aim of this scoping review was to describe IATs and to identify factors to consider when selecting one. A systematic search was performed of the scientific and gray literature published between 2000 and 2015. A total of 31 sources were included. Four types of IATs were identified as addressing safety issues in dementia: monitoring technologies, tracking and tagging technologies, smart homes, and cognitive orthoses. Characteristics of the device and ethical considerations emerged as key factors to consider when selecting one. IATs yield promising results but pose various challenges, such as adapting to the evolution of dementia. Further research on their actual impact is needed. You can request a copy of this article by replying to this email. Please ensure you are clear which article you are requesting.
The purpose of this study was to examine the effectiveness of the Family Caregiver Training Program (FCTP) for caregivers of people with dementia. You can request a copy of this article by replying to this email. Please ensure you are clear which article you are requesting.
Almost 40 per cent of carers who reported the most serious financial difficulties also felt socially isolated, according to a survey of 55,700 carers, which is published today.
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The article discusses the role of the third sector in the delivery of the National Health Service (NHS)-commissioned counselling services in Scotland. It refers to the 10-year mental health strategy launched by the Scottish Government on March 30, 2017. It also explains the challenges and opportunities faced by the third sector mental health providers in Scotland. To read the full article, log in using your SSSFT NHS OpenAthens details.
The number of drug poisoning deaths reached record levels in England and Wales last year, official data shows. York academic Ian Hamilton looks at the possible reasons behind the figures.
The article presents a study on the identity and control of patients with dementia through individual and specific approaches for emotional and social support. Dementia can have a devastating impact on the diagnosed individual with neurodegenerative syndrome, his family, and friends. It recommends that caregivers for people with dementia must see the whole person rather than his illness. To read the full article, log in using your SSSFT NHS OpenAthens details.
The author discusses the need for more compassionate and emotionally secure settings for patients and mental health providers of the National Health Service (NHS). He recaps key concepts in attachment theory and suggests applicable and helpful areas to work contexts of the NHS mental health initiative. The author explains the factors such as costs to workplace cultures, high pressure workloads, and highly competitive environments. To read the full article, log in using your SSSFT NHS OpenAthens details.
Through engaging with staff to understand more about how they are feeling at work, engagement levels have improved from the 2015 score of 3.71 to 3.8 in 2016, which was the largest year-on-year increase of all acute trusts in London.
Read the full case study from Imperial College Healthcare to find out more about what they did to improve staff engagement levels.
From 25 May 2018, all health organisations and arm's-length bodies will need to demonstrate compliance with new General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) requirements. GDPR will replace the Data Protection Directive (1995).
The article reports that the National Health Service (NHS) England announces additional funding for children's mental health services in the underserved rural areas of the country. To read the full article, log in using your SSSFT NHS OpenAthens details.
The article reports that the National Health Service (NHS) England has selected seven mental health trusts to pilot digital services for mental health patients. To read the full article, log in using your SSSFT NHS OpenAthens details.
The article reports a study at the University of Sheffield which found that counselling is as effective as cognitive behavior therapy (CBT) in treating patients with mental depression. To read the full article, log in using your SSSFT NHS OpenAthens details.