Publications by authors named "Jessica H Hanson"
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- Cerebral palsy (CP) is the most prevalent physical disability in children, and early rehabilitation is crucial for better outcomes, but professionals struggle to implement evidence-based practices (EBPs).
- This project aims to create a knowledge translation (KT) strategy by collaborating with clinicians and patients to enhance the use of CP-EBPs; it includes an e-KT toolkit summarizing early interventions for children with CP and a comprehensive online training program.
- The training program consists of video modules, quizzes, and case studies, supported by site champions who help implement the strategy, with the goal of improving rehabilitation practices and outcomes for young children with CP.
Background: Children and youth with neurodevelopmental disabilities (NDDs) and their caregivers are at a high risk of experiencing mental health challenges, that in turn can significantly affect their functioning, productivity, and quality of life. In this already vulnerable population, mental health difficulties are now more frequently reported and pronounced secondary to the isolation and uncertainties experienced during the pandemic. Our previous work has shown important mental health services' gaps for children/youth with NDDs and their families, highlighting the need to optimize and tailor existing practices.
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