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Parents of children with autism spectrum disorder had lower relationship satisfaction than parents of children without a disability with positive cognitive appraisal and social support found to be protective factors
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Source: Australian Occupational Therapy Journal - June 19, 2017 Category: Occupational Health Authors: Sarah Wilkes ‐Gillan, Helen Bourke‐Taylor Tags: Critically Appraised Papers Source Type: research

Author Guidelines of the Australian Occupational Therapy Journal – revised 2017
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Source: Australian Occupational Therapy Journal - June 19, 2017 Category: Occupational Health Authors: Anne Cusick, Ted Brown, Carol McKinstry, Helen Bourke ‐Taylor, Reinie Cordier, Louise Gustafsson, Meg A'Hearn, Tags: Editorial Source Type: research

Towards inclusive occupational therapy: Introducing the CORE approach for inclusive and occupation ‐focused practice
ConclusionAs experts in enabling occupation, occupational therapists can use the CORE approach to design occupation‐focused interventions and promote inclusive occupational therapy. (Source: Australian Occupational Therapy Journal)
Source: Australian Occupational Therapy Journal - June 1, 2017 Category: Occupational Health Authors: Robert B. Pereira Tags: Feature Article Source Type: research

Embracing international students in occupational therapy higher education in Australia: Challenge or asset?
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Source: Australian Occupational Therapy Journal - May 19, 2017 Category: Occupational Health Authors: Mong ‐Lin Yu, Ted Brown, Louise Farnworth Tags: Viewpoint Source Type: research

Exploring the role of occupational therapy in caring for cancer survivors in Australia: A cross sectional study
ConclusionResearch is needed to provide evidence supporting the role and practice of occupational therapy with cancer survivors. Collaborative work with multidisciplinary teams is needed to develop long‐term routine treatment pathways that include occupational therapy interventions. (Source: Australian Occupational Therapy Journal)
Source: Australian Occupational Therapy Journal - May 16, 2017 Category: Occupational Health Authors: Nicole Buckland, Lynette Mackenzie Tags: Feature Article Source Type: research

Connections
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Source: Australian Occupational Therapy Journal - April 11, 2017 Category: Occupational Health Tags: Newsletter Source Type: research

It is not yet established whether occupational therapy for people after total hip arthroplasty is effective in improving outcomes or reducing the risk of adverse events
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Source: Australian Occupational Therapy Journal - April 11, 2017 Category: Occupational Health Authors: Kate Laver, Bianca Summers Tags: Critically Appraised Paper Source Type: research

A sense of belonging – How connectedness motivates engagement in meaningful activities for people with dementia
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Source: Australian Occupational Therapy Journal - April 11, 2017 Category: Occupational Health Authors: Sanetta H.J. Toit, Margaret McGrath Tags: Critically Appraised Paper Source Type: research

Patient ‐mediated interventions are an under‐utilised approach to increasing knowledge translation in occupational therapy
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Source: Australian Occupational Therapy Journal - April 11, 2017 Category: Occupational Health Authors: Kate Laver Tags: Editorial Source Type: research

Can smartphones measure momentary quality of life and participation? A proof of concept using experience sampling surveys with university students
ConclusionThis study suggests that mQOL amongst university students relates to personal, environmental and occupational factors. The use of smartphone‐based ESM appears to be a practical approach for investigating participation and QOL. Further research utilising a more diverse sample, analysing at the individual level, and using ESM in conjunction with other methodologies is recommended. (Source: Australian Occupational Therapy Journal)
Source: Australian Occupational Therapy Journal - April 6, 2017 Category: Occupational Health Authors: Jacki Liddle, Anna Wishink, Liz Springfield, Louise Gustafsson, David Ireland, Peter Silburn Tags: Feature Article Source Type: research

Stroke survivors ’ experiences of using the Graded Repetitive Arm Supplementary Program (GRASP) in an Australian acute hospital setting: A mixed‐methods pilot study
ConclusionsA clinical trial to evaluate the effectiveness of the GRASP when provided to patients within the first week is recommended. (Source: Australian Occupational Therapy Journal)
Source: Australian Occupational Therapy Journal - April 5, 2017 Category: Occupational Health Authors: Yuki Murdolo, Ted Brown, Leesa Fielding, Stephen Elliott, Elizabeth Castles Tags: Research Article Source Type: research

Participant evaluation of an inpatient occupational therapy groups programme in brain injury rehabilitation
ConclusionsOverall, consumer feedback on different aspects of the occupational therapy groups programme in brain injury rehabilitation was positive. Further in‐depth investigation of patient perceptions of groups including processes that facilitate or challenge participation is warranted. (Source: Australian Occupational Therapy Journal)
Source: Australian Occupational Therapy Journal - April 1, 2017 Category: Occupational Health Authors: Freyr Patterson, Jennifer Fleming, Emmah Doig, Janelle Griffin Tags: Research Article Source Type: research

Revision of the Competency Standards for Occupational Therapy Driver Assessors: An overview of the evidence for the inclusion of cognitive and perceptual assessments within fitness ‐to‐drive evaluations
ConclusionThis overview of systematic reviews supports the inclusion of assessment of a range of cognitive and perceptual skills as key elements in a comprehensive driver assessment and therefore should be included in the revised competency standards for occupational therapy driver assessors. (Source: Australian Occupational Therapy Journal)
Source: Australian Occupational Therapy Journal - April 1, 2017 Category: Occupational Health Authors: Sally M. Fields, Carolyn A. Unsworth Tags: Review Article Source Type: research

Comprehension of handwriting development: Pen ‐grip kinetics in handwriting tasks and its relation to fine motor skills among school‐age children
Conclusions/significance of the studyA novel system is proposed for analysing school‐age children's force control while handwriting. We observed the development of force control in relation to pen grip among the children with different ages in this study. The findings suggested that manipulation skill may be crucial when children are establishing their handwriting capabilities. (Source: Australian Occupational Therapy Journal)
Source: Australian Occupational Therapy Journal - April 1, 2017 Category: Occupational Health Authors: Yu ‐Chen Lin, Yen‐Li Chao, Shyi‐Kuen Wu, Ho‐Hsio Lin, Chieh‐Hsiang Hsu, Hsiao‐Man Hsu, Li‐Chieh Kuo Tags: Feature Article Source Type: research

Characteristics and consequences of falls among older adult trauma patients: Considerations for injury prevention programs
ConclusionResults highlight differences among age groups of fallers admitted for trauma care and can help to inform injury prevention programs related to outdoor and indoor falls. (Source: Australian Occupational Therapy Journal)
Source: Australian Occupational Therapy Journal - April 1, 2017 Category: Occupational Health Authors: Tracy Chippendale, Patricia A. Gentile, Melissa K. James Tags: Feature Article Source Type: research