A cognitive occupation-based programme for people with MS: acceptability, feasibility, and experiences of people with multiple sclerosis
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2023-07-26Embargo Date
2024-07-26
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Dwyer, Christopher P.
Oglesby, Megan H.
Joyce, Robert
Hynes, Sinéad M.
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Dwyer, Christopher P., Oglesby, Megan H., Joyce, Robert, & Hynes, Sinéad M. (2023). A Cognitive Occupation-Based programme for people with MS: acceptability, feasibility, and experiences of people with multiple sclerosis. Disability and Rehabilitation, doi:10.1080/09638288.2023.2239147
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Abstract
Purpose
COB-MS is an eight-session, Cognitive Occupation-Based programme for people with both MS and cognitive difficulty – designed to enhance cognition and daily functioning, through a combination of goal-setting, cognitive strategy engagement, group activities, home-practice activities and one-on-one sessions. This research aims to investigate the acceptability of COB-MS from the perspective of people living with MS, as well as the occupational therapists who facilitated the programme.
Materials and methods
Two content analyses were conducted on interview data from (n = 11) COB-MS participants and (n = 8) COB-MS facilitators. Thematic analysis was also conducted on the participant interview data.
Results
Through a, primary, content analysis, participants reported that the COB-MS provided both a positive experience and quality resources. Qualitative improvement and utilisation of their learning beyond completion of the intervention were also identified. Four themes were identified via, secondary, thematic analysis: (1) Group interaction within COB-MS was vital; (2) Online COB-MS had positive and negative effects on participation; (3) COB-MS as a provider of clarity; and (4) Using learned strategies after the completion of COB-MS. Recommendations for future administration are provided.
Conclusions
Findings suggest COB-MS acceptability, as well as appropriateness and feasibility, indicative of progression to a definitive trial in future research.