Understanding Neurodevelopmental Disorders Through the ICF Framework
A review of the article “Reconciling the seemingly irreconcilable: The WHO’s ICF system integrates biological and psychosocial...
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katie o'day
Sep 23 min read
Unleashing the Power of Strengths: A Trauma-Informed Approach in Occupational Therapy
In the field of occupational therapy, a strengths-based approach has proven to be a transformative method in enhancing the lives of...
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katie o'day
Sep 27 min read
Understanding the Positive Role of Stimming in Autistic and Non-Autistic Adults
Stimming, Autism, Â Autistic Adults, Â Neurodiversity, Â Self-regulation, Â Sensory Sensitivity, Inclusion, Acceptance Introduction...
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katie o'day
Jul 164 min read
Inspiring Approaches to Supporting Autistic Individuals: A Summary and Recommendations for Professionals
Title: Occupational Therapy Practice Guidelines for Autistic People Across the Lifespan Authors: Kristie K. Patten, Kavitha Murthi, Dora...
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katie o'day
Mar 92 min read
Review of Dr. Kristie Patten's 2022 Eleanor Clark Slagle Lecture: Embracing a Strengths-Based Approach in Occupational Therapy: Transforming Practice, Education, and Research
In the field of occupational therapy, there is a growing recognition of the need for a transformative shift towards a strengths-based...
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katie o'day
Jan 75 min read
Review of Article: "Understanding and Measuring LGBTQ Pathways to Health: A Scoping Review of Strengths-Based Health Promotion Approaches in LGBTQ Health Research"
The article titled "Understanding and Measuring LGBTQ Pathways to Health: A Scoping Review of Strengths-Based Health Promotion Approaches...
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katie o'day
Jul 15, 20233 min read
The intersection of disability and trauma.
Do you work with people with disabilities? Are you aware of the impact that trauma can have on their lives? If not, you're not alone....
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katie o'day
Jul 8, 20232 min read
July is Disability Pride Month: Celebrating Disability Awareness
July is Disability Pride Month, a celebration of the 1990 signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The ADA was signed into...
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katie o'day
Jul 8, 20233 min read
Strengths-Based Assessment Tools in Occupational Therapy
Occupational therapists use a variety of assessment tools to gather information about their clients' abilities, interests, and goals....
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katie o'day
Jul 7, 20233 min read
The Kawa River Model: A Trauma-Informed, Non-Westernized Model for Occupational Therapy & Beyond
The Kawa River Model is a theoretical framework that is used in occupational therapy to understand the impact of trauma on individuals....
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katie o'day
Jun 25, 20232 min read
The Neurosequential Model of Therapeutics (NMT)
The Neurosequential Model of Therapeutics (NMT) is a developmentally sensitive, neurobiology-informed approach to clinical...
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katie o'day
Jun 22, 20232 min read
Trauma, the Nervous System and Interoception: Unlocking the Sensory Experience
Trauma can have profound effects on the nervous system, disrupting various sensory processes that contribute to our overall well-being....
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katie o'day
Jun 20, 20233 min read
Trauma's Impact on Sensory Processing, Mental Health, and Children's Behaviors: OTs Vital Role
Trauma can have profound effects on an individual's physical, emotional, and psychological well-being. One area where trauma's impact is...
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katie o'day
Jun 6, 20233 min read
Embracing Strengths: A Path to Social Justice
Introduction: In the realm of addressing societal challenges, two contrasting approaches emerge - the strengths-based approach and the...
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katie o'day
Mar 12, 20233 min read
Strengths-Based Approaches to Support Marginalized Individuals
What is a Strengths-Based Approach? At its core, a strengths-based approach is focusing on an individual's strengths, skills, and...
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katie o'day
Jan 15, 20233 min read
Background of the Visual Activity Sort
So what is the Visual Activity Sort & How did it get started? #strengthsbased #neurodiversity #assessment #intervention...
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