Reading fiction during sick leave, a multidimensional occupation.

abstract：PURPOSE:The aim of this pilot study was to explore the possibility of developing linear measures of ADL ability based on the ADL Taxonomy and a three-category rating scale. METHOD:Data were obtained from medical records of adults with moderate to severe brain injury. The participants were rated on the ADL taxonomy, an...

journal_title：Scandinavian journal of occupational therapy

authors： Waehrens EE,Fisher AG

更新日期：2009-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Background: This article is based on a common understanding of the concept of creative activities as intervention, as described in occupational therapy literature. Historically, creative activities have been used as intervention in occupational therapy. There is, however, a lack of clarity in descriptions of the conce...

journal_title：Scandinavian journal of occupational therapy

authors： Hansen BW,Erlandsson LK,Leufstadius C

更新日期：2021-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This study aims to determine the utility of the narrative slope in predicting the vocational/productive outcomes of participants. For 65 participants living in supportive facilities for adults with HIV/AIDS in the United States, narrative slopes, based on the Occupational Performance History Interview II, were constru...

journal_title：Scandinavian journal of occupational therapy

authors： Levin M,Kielhofner G,Braveman B,Fogg L

更新日期：2007-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Increasing numbers of people are delaying retirement. Studies of their motives are scarce and biased to Western contexts. AIMS:The aim was to explore internal and external motives of older Slovenians who continue to work after becoming eligible for retirement. METHODS:Nine workers, aged 59-72, were intervi...

journal_title：Scandinavian journal of occupational therapy

authors： Bratun U,Zurc J

更新日期：2020-10-14 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Women with a spinal cord injury (SCI) often require support from others to perform their everyday activities. The aim was to describe OTs' experiences of how social support from the network influences or could influence the rehabilitation of women with SCIs. METHODS:Four occupational therapists, specialized ...

journal_title：Scandinavian journal of occupational therapy

authors： Isaksson G,Hellman A

更新日期：2012-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Client-centredness is a prominent contemporary concept in rehabilitation. However, there is a lack of knowledge on if and how a client-centred rehabilitation approach is incorporated in the everyday life of significant others of people who receive such rehabilitation. OBJECTIVE:Explore and describe if and h...

journal_title：Scandinavian journal of occupational therapy

authors： Bertilsson AS,von Koch L,Tham K,Johansson U

更新日期：2015-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Healthcare systems in many countries have gone through numerous changes over the last two decades. Funding bodies and employers have tried to find cost-effective, innovative ways to deliver quality healthcare including methods to reduce labour expenses. Three approaches to cost-savings have been proposed for healthcar...

journal_title：Scandinavian journal of occupational therapy

authors： Brown GT

更新日期：2003-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The Manual Ability Classification System (MACS) is a newly developed five-level classification that describes how children with cerebral palsy (CP) use their hands when handling objects in daily life. Since the MACS level is to be determined by asking the parents or someone else who knows the child well, it is importa...

journal_title：Scandinavian journal of occupational therapy

authors： Öhrvall AM,Eliasson AC

更新日期：2010-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The number of people suffering from chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is increasing. From an occupational therapy perspective, it is important to estimate dyspnea, fatigue and activity performance in daily activities to be able to use the most effective interventions. In Sweden, there are several assessment...

journal_title：Scandinavian journal of occupational therapy

authors： Wingårdh A,Engström CP,Claesson L

更新日期：2007-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Balancing Everyday Life (BEL), a new group-based intervention for mental health service users, was implemented in Sweden. Mental health service users often experience group interventions as meaningful, but knowledge of the process of meaning-making in a group is lacking. AIM:To explore participants' percept...

journal_title：Scandinavian journal of occupational therapy

authors： Lund K,Argentzell E,Leufstadius C,Tjörnstrand C,Eklund M

更新日期：2019-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The aim of this cross-sectional study was to describe the oldest old, with and without previous hip fracture with regard to their ability to perform personal and instrumental activities of daily living (ADL); home adaptations received; possession of assistive devices; perceived health and morale. A random sample drawn...

journal_title：Scandinavian journal of occupational therapy

authors： Elinge E,Stenvall M,von Heideken Wågert P,Löfgren B,Gustafson Y,Nyberg L

更新日期：2005-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The treatment of a sick person is an invasive act of a professional and humane nature. It is based on both acquired and proven knowledge, as well as accrued clinical experience. When invading the patient's life during treatment in order to bring about beneficial results, we must rely on these two sources of knowledge....

journal_title：Scandinavian journal of occupational therapy

authors： Fried A

更新日期：2020-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This study is the second in a series of studies carried out in Sweden concerning the dimensions of the concept occupation. The specific aim of this study was to explore new and confirm previously found dimensions of the concept of occupation in the context of occupational therapy. Occupational therapy students, a few ...

journal_title：Scandinavian journal of occupational therapy

authors： Ivarsson AB,Müllersdorf M

更新日期：2009-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The study had a descriptive, longitudinal design and evaluated occupational performance and pain intensity in daily occupations for patients with low back pain (LBP), assessed preoperatively, and at six and 12 months after surgery and rehabilitation. METHODS:Patients were assessed by surgeons and occupationa...

journal_title：Scandinavian journal of occupational therapy

authors： Perneros G,Tropp H,Sandqvist J

更新日期：2014-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The Self-Assessment of Modes Questionnaire (SAMQ) was developed for occupational therapists (OTs) to identify their therapeutic style when interacting with clients. To provide Danish Occupational Therapists (OTs) with access to the SAMQ, a rigorous translation, cultural adaptation and validation are required...

journal_title：Scandinavian journal of occupational therapy

authors： Sampedro Pilegaard M,Sithamparanathan T,Nielsen KT,Taylor R,Waehrens EE

更新日期：2020-09-11 00:00:00

abstract：:The aim was to evaluate whether occupational therapy interventions in acute care could improve the elderly patient's perception of ability to manage at home after discharge. A pilot study was performed, including 22 patients in the experimental group and 19 in the control group. Occupational therapy interventions were...

journal_title：Scandinavian journal of occupational therapy

authors： Wressle E,Filipsson V,Andersson L,Jacobsson B,Martinsson K,Engel K

更新日期：2006-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The aim of the present study was to investigate how Swedish occupational therapists describe their work with persons suffering from cognitive impairment following acquired brain injury. A qualitative descriptive approach was used and interviews were conducted with 12 occupational therapists working in community and co...

journal_title：Scandinavian journal of occupational therapy

authors： Holmqvist K,Kamwendo K,Ivarsson AB

更新日期：2009-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The aim of this study was to describe occupational therapists' expectations and experiences of integrating a new intervention programme within an RCT pilot study, in collaboration with a researcher. METHODS:Six occupational therapists participated in a five-day training course (during a one-month period) inc...

journal_title：Scandinavian journal of occupational therapy

authors： Eriksson C,Tham K,Guidetti S

更新日期：2013-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIMS:The aims of this study were to develop recommendations for occupational therapy assessment and design of hand exercise programmes in patients with hand osteoarthritis. METHODS:An expert group followed a Delphi procedure to reach consensus for up to 10 recommendations for assessment and exercises, respectively. Th...

journal_title：Scandinavian journal of occupational therapy

authors： Kjeken I

更新日期：2011-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND/AIM:With an increasing number of ageing people who identify themselves as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, or queer (LGBTQ), there is a risk that traditional housing for older people fails to meet the needs of these people. The aim of this study was to describe LGBTQ people's needs, preferences, and conc...

journal_title：Scandinavian journal of occupational therapy

authors： Kottorp A,Johansson K,Aase P,Rosenberg L

更新日期：2016-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Occupational therapy has culture as a relevant phenomenon of interest. Culture appears increasingly often in occupational therapy research, from diverse approaches and foci. As culture is difficult to define, and has political and ethical implications, an investigation into its usage is warranted. AIM:To id...

journal_title：Scandinavian journal of occupational therapy

authors： Castro D,Dahlin-Ivanoff S,Mårtensson L

更新日期：2014-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:This paper presents findings from a larger study that explored losses from mental illness. Losses associated with occupations--a key theme from this participatory action research study--are the focus of this paper. METHODS:Semi-structured in-depth interviews were carried out with 16 people who had been diagn...

journal_title：Scandinavian journal of occupational therapy

authors： Baker AE,Procter NG

更新日期：2014-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To investigate the use of different modes of transport and long-term changes among stroke survivors with cognitive functional limitations (CFLs), and to study differences among sub-groups (decreased/ceased vs. unchanged and increased public transport use) regarding physical functional limitations (PFLs), CFLs, ...

journal_title：Scandinavian journal of occupational therapy

authors： Wendel K,Ståhl A,Risberg J,Pessah-Rasmussen H,Iwarsson S

更新日期：2010-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The Pediatric Evaluation of Disability Inventory (PEDI) is one of the most commonly used assessments for children with a disability. Normative data from the US are used to determine whether a deficit or delay exists with regard to functional skill development. The purpose of this study was to analyse the cross-cultura...

journal_title：Scandinavian journal of occupational therapy

authors： Berg M,Aamodt G,Stanghelle J,Krumlinde-Sundholm L,Hussain A

更新日期：2008-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The aim of this study is to examine how craft makers describe the meaning of craft as an activity in relation to their well-being. The study is based on an analysis of the written narratives of 92 textile craft makers aged 16 to 84. Based on the results, the well-being enhancing nature of craft as a meaningful occupat...

journal_title：Scandinavian journal of occupational therapy

authors： Pöllänen S

更新日期：2013-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Background: Occupation-based models are generic explanations of occupational engagement. Their associated diagrams are conceptual tools that represent the key concepts and their interrelationships, which have withstood substantial shifts in the profession's knowledge base and scope over the last 30-40 years.Aims: We a...

journal_title：Scandinavian journal of occupational therapy

authors： Reid HAJ,Hocking C,Smythe L

更新日期：2020-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:This cross-sectional study aimed at investigating the relationship between the return to work potential, according to the Worker Role Interview (WRI) assessment, and clinical characteristics and level of empowerment and occupational engagement among persons with severe mental illness who express their own int...

journal_title：Scandinavian journal of occupational therapy

authors： Bejerholm U,Areberg C

更新日期：2014-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The aim of this article is to review research presented in occupational therapy journals with the elderly as respondents. With an increasing number of elderly people in society research including the elderly should play a vital role within occupational therapy especially since emphasis on subjective experience is an i...

journal_title：Scandinavian journal of occupational therapy

authors： Larsson A,Haglund L,Hagberg JE

更新日期：2008-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Background: There is a need for research to identify the impact of mild stroke on occupational engagement. The Occupational Gaps Questionnaire (OGQ) measures the difference between a person's actual and preferred occupational engagement.Aims/objectives: This study aimed to test the feasibility of the English version o...

journal_title：Scandinavian journal of occupational therapy

authors： Hodson T,Wall B,Gustafsson L,Eriksson G,Cornwell P

更新日期：2020-01-06 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Calls for embracing the potential and responsibility of occupational therapy to address socio-political conditions that perpetuate occupational injustices have materialized in the literature. However, to reach beyond traditional frameworks informing practices, this social agenda requires the incorporation of...

journal_title：Scandinavian journal of occupational therapy

authors： Farias L,Laliberte Rudman D,Pollard N,Schiller S,Serrata Malfitano AP,Thomas K,van Bruggen H

更新日期：2019-05-01 00:00:00