Feasibility of Addressing the Spiritual Well-Being of Persons With Multiple Sclerosis: A Mixed-Methods Program Evaluation.

Importance: Spiritual well-being is an important aspect of health-related quality of life for persons with chronic illnesses such as multiple sclerosis (MS), yet research on interventions remains limited.

Objective: To assess the feasibility of an occupational therapy intervention addressing the spiritual well-being of people with MS.

Design: Mixed-methods program evaluation using theoretical thematic analysis of qualitative data.

Exploring Play Interactions of Children With Autism Spectrum Disorders and Their Pets.

The purpose of this secondary qualitative analysis was to explore the play interactions of children with autism ( = 10) and their pets in the home environment. Researchers coded 115 minutes of video of children playing with their pets at home and transcripts from eight caregiver interviews. Thematic analysis revealed six codes which represented three themes, including , and .

Evidence-based practice models and frameworks in the healthcare setting: a scoping review.

Objectives: The aim of this scoping review was to identify and review current evidence-based practice (EBP) models and frameworks. Specifically, how EBP models and frameworks used in healthcare settings align with the original model of (1) asking the question, (2) acquiring the best evidence, (3) appraising the evidence, (4) applying the findings to clinical practice and (5) evaluating the outcomes of change, along with patient values and preferences and clinical skills.

Design: A Scoping review.

Exploring Effects of Sensory Garments on Participation of Children on the Autism Spectrum: A Pretest-Posttest Repeated Measure Design.

Objective: Autistic children experience sensory challenges that interfere with participation and increase parent stress. Sensory-based interventions are used to address children's behaviors affected by sensory processing difficulties, but research is limited regarding use of sensory garments to support participation of autistic children. This study explored sensory garment effects on participation, parental competence, and perceived stress of autistic children and their parents.

Effects of Sensory Garments on Sleep of Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder.

Objective: The purpose of this study is to assess the effectiveness of the use of sensory garments for improving sleep in children with autism spectrum disorder.

Method: Using a single-subject ABAB reversal design, the researchers evaluated the effectiveness of a sensory garment on sleep duration, sleep latency, and parental stress related to a child's sleep. Four children aged 4-10 participated.

A Qualitative Study of Stroke Survivors' Experience of Sensory Changes.

Background.: Previous literature examined tactile and proprioceptive changes after stroke; however, the lived experience of changes in all sensory systems is still a gap in the literature.

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A Qualitative Investigation of Swimming Experiences of Children With Autism Spectrum Disorders and Their Families.

Objective: To understand the swimming experience from the perspective of children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and their families.

Methods: We interviewed 12 diverse families using a semi-structured interview with follow-up probing questions related to their swimming experiences. Interviews were transcribed verbatim and coded by researchers.

Use of Virtual Reality to Distract From Pain and Anxiety.

Objectives: To determine the effects of a virtual reality intervention on pain and anxiety in patients undergoing a bone marrow aspiration and biopsy procedure.

Sample & Setting: 97 adults in an outpatient cancer center in the midwestern United States.

Methods & Variables: In this quasiexperimental study, participants were assigned to either the experimental group (use of virtual reality goggles) or the control group (standard treatment).

Relationship Between Sensory Processing and Participation in Daily Occupations for Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder: A Systematic Review of Studies That Used Dunn's Sensory Processing Framework.

Research measuring sensory processing in children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) has shown variability in terms of measures used and participant ages, contributing to difficulty in interpreting and summarizing the findings of these studies. In an attempt to clarify the status of the literature, we conducted a systematic review of studies that focused on participation in daily occupations and evaluated sensory processing in children with ASD aged 5-13 yr using Dunn's sensory processing framework. Evidence from 7 studies shows that sensory processing has a significant impact on participation in daily life of children with ASD.

Preliminary Investigation of Workplace-Provided Compressed Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction with Pediatric Medical Social Workers.

Mindfulness practices, including mindfulness meditation, show promise for decreasing stress among health care providers. This exploratory study investigates the feasibility of a two-day compressed mindfulness-based stress reduction (cMBSR) course provided in the hospital workplace with pediatric health care social workers. The standard course of Jon Kabat-Zinn's MBSR requires a participant commitment to eight weeks of instruction consisting of one 2.

Relationships between adolescent body mass index, physical activity, and sensory-processing patterns: Relations entre l'indice de masse corporelle, l'activité physique et les schèmes d'intégration sensorielle des adolescents.

Background: Trends show a significant decline with adolescent physical activity (PA). Knowledge regarding how sensory-processing patterns and body mass index (BMI) relate to adolescents' PA participation is scarce.

Purpose: This study investigated if relationships exist between adolescent BMI, sensory processing, and PA participation.

Social Work Research in Practice: Lessons Learned.

Using data and research to drive and evaluate clinical decision-making continues to slowly gain prominence across social work settings. This article shares insights and recommendations from a novice social work investigator to encourage other social workers to consider the value of researching while in practice. Practitioners new to research need encouragement and support.

Sensory Patterns, Obesity, and Physical Activity Participation of Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder.

Obesity is a public health concern for the population in general and for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) specifically. The purpose of this study was to understand relationships between sensory patterns, obesity, and physical activity engagement of children with ASD (N = 77) sampled from a specialized community-based swimming program. This retrospective correlational study analyzed program data.

A qualitative study of blood and marrow transplant patient experiences participating in art making and music listening.

Purpose: To explore patient experiences of engaging in art making or music listening while receiving treatment in a blood and marrow transplant clinic.

Method: Researchers recruited 25 individuals receiving blood and marrow transplant (BMT) treatment, 12 men and 13 women aged 22 to 74, from a Midwestern outpatient BMT clinic. Participants engaged in a painting activity or listened to music on an iPad using an internet music application for one hour.

Effects of Making Art and Listening to Music on Symptoms Related to Blood and Marrow Transplantation.

Purpose/objectives: To understand the benefits of making art and listening to music and whether those activities may be beneficial for reducing symptoms associated with blood and marrow transplantation. 
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Design: A randomized, three-group, pre-/post-pilot design.

Mindfulness-based interventions with social workers and the potential for enhanced patient-centered care: A systematic review of the literature.

The use of mindfulness-based interventions (MBIs) is well documented in the mental health, medical, and education literature. There is minimal research on the use of mindfulness with social workers. As demonstrated in other professional and helping fields, mindfulness may enhance clinical skills, reduce burnout, and increase job satisfaction among social workers.

Families with children with medical complexity and self-management of care: a systematic review of the literature.

This review analyzes the quantitative literature on children with medical complexity (CMC). Using the Pediatric Self-Management Model, evidence is summarized into facilitators and barriers to self-management. Current quantitative research focuses on the caregiver burden in families with CMC.

Coaching mothers of children with autism: a qualitative study for occupational therapy practice.

ABSTRACT The purpose of this study was to understand the perceptions of mothers of children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) who participated in 10 one-hour coaching sessions. Coaching occurred between an occupational therapist and mother and consisted of information sharing, action, and reflection. Researchers asked 10 mothers six open-ended questions with follow-up probes related to their experiences with coaching.

Impact of a contextual intervention on child participation and parent competence among children with autism spectrum disorders: a pretest-posttest repeated-measures design.

OBJECTIVE. We tested an occupational therapy contextual intervention for improving participation in children with autism spectrum disorders and for developing parental competence. METHOD.

Effect of art making on cancer-related symptoms of blood and marrow transplantation recipients.

Purpose/objectives: To examine whether a one-hour art-making session during blood and marrow transplantation (BMT) treatment significantly affects therapy-related symptoms, state anxiety, and stress.

Design: A pre- and post-test crossover design.

Setting: An urban outpatient cancer center in the midwestern United States.