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Effectiveness of Earmuffs and Noise-cancelling Headphones for Coping with Hyper-reactivity to Auditory Stimuli in Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder: A  Preliminary Study
Conclusion This study demonstrated the effectiveness of standard earmuffs and NC headphones in helping children with ASD to cope with problem behaviours related to hyper-reactivity to auditory stimuli, therefore, children with ASD could use earmuffs to help to deal with unpleasant sensory auditory stimuli. (Source: Hong Kong Journal of Occupational Therapy)
Source: Hong Kong Journal of Occupational Therapy - December 30, 2016 Category: Occupational Health Source Type: research

Tactile Perception for Stroke Induce Changes in Electroencephalography
Conclusion The results of this study provided a neurophysiological evidence on tactile perception in individuals with chronic stroke. Occupational therapists should consider an active tactile exploration as a useful modality on occupational performance in rehabilitation training. (Source: Hong Kong Journal of Occupational Therapy)
Source: Hong Kong Journal of Occupational Therapy - December 30, 2016 Category: Occupational Health Source Type: research

Impact of Cognitive and Psychological Symptoms on Work Productivity and Quality of Life among Breast Cancer Survivors in Hong Kong
Conclusion This exploratory study provides local evidence that BCS experience greater work-task related cognitive limitations and that is related to QoL. Similar to findings in other countries, this provides insight for the consideration of early identification of cognitive problems in this particular patient group. Further studies may be needed to further substantiate such findings and to examine the effectiveness of potential cognitive interventions. (Source: Hong Kong Journal of Occupational Therapy)
Source: Hong Kong Journal of Occupational Therapy - December 29, 2016 Category: Occupational Health Source Type: research

Factors Influencing Rehospitalisation of Patients with Schizophrenia in Japan: A 1-year Longitudinal Study
Conclusion This study provided preliminary support for the finding that individualized occupational therapy and proper adherence to outpatient treatment and medication are associated with reducing the rehospitalisation of patients with schizophrenia in Japan. (Source: Hong Kong Journal of Occupational Therapy)
Source: Hong Kong Journal of Occupational Therapy - December 29, 2016 Category: Occupational Health Source Type: research

Theory of Mind Deficit Is Associated with Pretend Play Performance, but Not Playfulness, in Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder
Conclusion The findings support the idea that children with ASD who have better ToM might be able to develop better pretend play, but not better playfulness, which might be more strongly related to their autistic severity. (Source: Hong Kong Journal of Occupational Therapy)
Source: Hong Kong Journal of Occupational Therapy - November 25, 2016 Category: Occupational Health Source Type: research

2013 —A Time for Celebration and Reflection
Publication date: December 2012 Source:Hong Kong Journal of Occupational Therapy, Volume 22, Issue 2 Author(s): Kenneth Fong (Source: Hong Kong Journal of Occupational Therapy)
Source: Hong Kong Journal of Occupational Therapy - July 20, 2016 Category: Occupational Health Source Type: research

Examining the Psychometric Properties of the Model of Human Occupation Screening Tool –Japanese Version
Conclusion The J-MOHOST rating scale could discriminate the level of occupational participation in physical disabilities. The results indicate that the J-MOHOST is an effective tool for measurement. Further studies are needed to increase the number of participants with a variety of disabilities and settings. (Source: Hong Kong Journal of Occupational Therapy)
Source: Hong Kong Journal of Occupational Therapy - July 20, 2016 Category: Occupational Health Source Type: research

The Relationship Between Homebound Status and  Occupational Competence, and Its Effects on Health-related Quality of Life
Conclusion Occupational competence is not dependent on homebound status. Having high occupational competence supports higher HRQOL than not being homebound. (Source: Hong Kong Journal of Occupational Therapy)
Source: Hong Kong Journal of Occupational Therapy - July 20, 2016 Category: Occupational Health Source Type: research

Early Intervention in Children (0 –6 Years) with a Rare Developmental Disability: The Occupational Therapy Role
Conclusion Family-centred practice, play therapy, and individually tailored programmes are identified as key practice areas for this population. The important role occupational therapists play in early intervention teams is highlighted; however, further research is needed to develop the evidence base for best practice with particular rare developmental conditions. (Source: Hong Kong Journal of Occupational Therapy)
Source: Hong Kong Journal of Occupational Therapy - July 20, 2016 Category: Occupational Health Source Type: research

Establishment of the Hong Kong College of  Occupational Therapy
Publication date: June 2015 Source:Hong Kong Journal of Occupational Therapy, Volume 25 (Source: Hong Kong Journal of Occupational Therapy)
Source: Hong Kong Journal of Occupational Therapy - July 20, 2016 Category: Occupational Health Source Type: research

Relationships Between Depression and Stress Factors in Housework and Paid Work Among Japanese Women
Conclusion Rehabilitation programmes involving variance in workload and under self-evaluation in housework, and interpersonal conflict in paid work must be adequately addressed to support working women with depression. (Source: Hong Kong Journal of Occupational Therapy)
Source: Hong Kong Journal of Occupational Therapy - June 10, 2016 Category: Occupational Health Source Type: research

Purposeful Activity in Psychiatric Rehabilitation: Is Neurogenesis a Key Player?
Publication date: June 2016 Source:Hong Kong Journal of Occupational Therapy, Volume 27 Author(s): Joyce Siu-Chong Cheung, Jackie Ngai-Man Chan, Benson Wui-Man Lau, Shirley Pui-Ching Ngai Adult neurogenesis, defined as the generation of new neurons in adulthood, has been a fascinating discovery in neuroscience, as the continuously replenishing neuronal population provides a new perspective to understand neuroplasticity. Besides maintaining normal physiological function, neurogenesis also plays a key role in pathophysiology and symptomatology for psychiatric conditions. In the past decades, extensive effort has ...
Source: Hong Kong Journal of Occupational Therapy - June 10, 2016 Category: Occupational Health Source Type: research

Adolescents with Cancer and Occupational Deprivation in Hospital Settings: A Qualitative Study
Conclusion The lack of variety and availability of educational activities and leisure, and the subsequent changes of the individual physical, social, and cultural environments could cause situations of occupational deprivation, and also affect the health and quality of life of the individuals. (Source: Hong Kong Journal of Occupational Therapy)
Source: Hong Kong Journal of Occupational Therapy - June 9, 2016 Category: Occupational Health Source Type: research

Enhancing Occupational Therapy Students' Knowledge, Competence, Awareness, and Interest in Accessibility
Conclusion The findings of the current study support the contribution of teaching 1st-year occupational therapy students the principles and practices of accessibility for people with disabilities, by improving their knowledge and level of competence at this early stage of their professional lives. Further studies are needed, however, to determine the optimal course of implementation in order to enhance awareness and interest in the subject of accessibility. (Source: Hong Kong Journal of Occupational Therapy)
Source: Hong Kong Journal of Occupational Therapy - June 8, 2016 Category: Occupational Health Source Type: research

Rehabilitation Interventions for Poststroke Hand Oedema: A Systematic Review
Conclusion Further study needs to focus solely on interventions for poststroke hand oedema and their long-term effects. No conclusion can be made on the most effective management of poststroke hand oedema until much more evidence is available. (Source: Hong Kong Journal of Occupational Therapy)
Source: Hong Kong Journal of Occupational Therapy - June 7, 2016 Category: Occupational Health Source Type: research