The role of an occupational therapy manager is critical in order to advocate for the profession of occupational therapy while also guaranteeing clinical practice is maintained (AOTA, 2011). However, occupational therapy...
Falls are a leading cause of fatal and non-fatal injury, and fear of falling decreases older adults' independence and ability to do typical activities. Multifactorial falls prevention programs have been effective in decreasing...
This Doctoral Capstone Project explored the benefit of adding sensory based activities to physical education (PE) classes at DAMAR with students diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). This project aimed to increase the...
Occupational therapy addresses fine motor skills throughout the lifespan, but there is limited evidence for how understanding a functional tool's purpose and the presence of environmental cues impact a transitioning infant's...
A study done in 2018 ranked the United States by drug use (Kiernan, 2018). Indiana was ranked 7th in the lineup for having the biggest drug problem (Kiernan, 2018). Indianapolis has many addiction centers to address this issue,...
The Doctoral Capstone Experience encapsulated integrating evidence, clinical skills, and occupational theory into an interprofessional education session to set a standard of practice in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)...
This paper explores the effectiveness of an occupation based pre-employment workshop implementing resume building and interview skills at the Richard L. Roudebush VA Medical Center domiciliary in Indianapolis, Indiana. A needs...
Nearly half a million people died from drug overdoses between 2000-2014, an average of 78 Americans each day (Costa, 2016). Today, Indiana is ranked 15th in the nation for drug overdose (Indiana House Democratic Caucus, 2017)....
This study examined occupational therapy's role in implementation of fine motor activities and fine motor exercises within the Rock Steady Boxing (RSB) exercise program to improve overall fine motor skills and coordination in...
The objective of this project was to further develop a home exercise program while implementing quality improvement strategies. The needs of the Community Health Network outpatient clinic were assessed via survey which was sent...
The Doctoral Capstone Experience (DCE) was a 14-week long clinical rotation in which students were given the opportunity to gain advanced clinical practice skills and enhance their skills in program development, client...
The purpose of this doctoral capstone project was to provide education and resources regarding the role of occupational therapy (OT) with Parkinson's disease (PD), coping skills, self-management, wellness, and fall prevention...
Individuals with a spinal cord injury (SCI) deal with various secondary complications that can affect their physical, emotional, and social health (Sezer et al., 2015). Having support from one's community can enhance these...
Solar energy has the potential to be a major source of energy for the world if an effective means can be produced to harness it. Various methods of converting solar energy into electrical energy have been explored, including...
Feeding and eating problems are common among children with and without disabilities and can have long lasting adverse effects on both the child and their family. After conducting a needs assessment at Bloom Pediatric Therapy,...
At a long-term care facility in mid-western Ohio, a secured memory care unit was created to provide structure, routine, and activities for individuals with early to late stages of dementia. There has been a lack of education...
Adults with disabilities can experience limited engagement in social participation due to limitations and barriers. There is a need for increased social participation of individuals with disabilities within the community...
This qualitative study examined the influence of bridge employment on roles and routines in older adults. The participants included seven older adults, age 55 and above, who had retired from their primary employment and were...
Borderline personality disorder (BPD) is characterized by intense emotions, self-harm, low or unstable self-image, and risky behaviors, among other symptoms (American Psychiatric Association, 2013). The purpose of this study...
Background: State standards have shifted the focus of kindergarten curricula, increasing the amount of testing completed in schools, directly impacting the amount of time students spend in hands-on and exploratory play. With...