Publications by authors named "S D Delport"
Background: We evaluated the clinical and cost-effectiveness of manualised sensory integration therapy (SIT) for autistic children with sensory processing difficulties in a two-arm randomised controlled trial. Trial processes and contextual factors which may have affected intervention outcomes were explored within a nested process evaluation. This paper details the process evaluation methods and results.
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- The article investigates the mental health challenges faced by Australian paramedics, especially focusing on the high rates of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) among them, which is particularly concerning for upcoming student paramedics.
- The study uses a two-step approach to analyze existing literature and university curricula to assess how well paramedic students are educated about PTSD and the importance of resilience during their clinical placements.
- Findings reveal a significant lack of focus on mental health education within paramedicine programs, with only a small portion addressing resilience and self-care, indicating a need for improved training and support for student paramedics.
Objective: The International Liaison Committee on Resuscitation (ILCOR) and the Australian Resuscitation Council (ARC) recommend that high-quality cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) is the key to performance outcomes, emphasising compression and rotation through this process. The proposed study has a two-stage approach to evaluating cardiopulmonary resuscitations effectiveness by out-of-hospital practitioners. The first stage aimed to evaluate the influence of providing real-time biofeedback using the Q-CPR system on the provision of CPR by student paramedics.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: Carers report unmet need for occupational therapy services addressing sensory difficulties in autism, yet insufficient evidence exists to recommend a therapeutic approach.
Objectives: Our aim was to determine the clinical effectiveness and cost-effectiveness of sensory integration therapy for children with autism and sensory difficulties across behavioural, functional and quality-of-life outcomes.
Design: We carried out a parallel-group randomised controlled trial, incorporating an internal pilot and a process evaluation.
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- Support for families with autistic children in the UK is crucial, but there's a lack of understanding regarding their experiences and access to these resources.
- A study involving interviews with 30 parents and carers revealed that the type and availability of support varied significantly, with specialized autism support being the most beneficial.
- The findings underline the necessity for better support systems post-diagnosis, including training for professionals and tailored programs to meet the unique needs of autistic children.*