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Patterns of occupational engagement among community-dwelling older adults in Singapore: An exploratory mixed method study
(SAGE Publications, 2021-05-04)
Introduction
The aim of this study is to understand the patterns of occupations among community-dwelling older adults in Singapore. The objectives are to describe their occupational engagement using the Activity Card Sort ...
Research interrupted: The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on multiple sclerosis research in the field of rehabilitation and quality of life
(SAGE Publications, 2021-08-26)
Background
The COVID-19 pandemic has likely had a negative impact on rehabilitation and quality of life (QoL) research in multiple sclerosis (MS).
Method
We explored perceived barriers to research among 87 researchers, ...
Disclosing a diagnosis in the workplace: Perspective of people with multiple sclerosis
(Cambridge University Press, 2021-02-17)
Background:
Early withdrawal from the workforce is associated with a diagnosis of multiple sclerosis (MS), with employment retention rates also lower than in the general population. Despite legal requirements, equality ...
A qualitative investigation of reasoning behind decisions to decline participation in a research intervention: A study-within-a-trial
(SAGE Publications, 2021-08-06)
The current study-within-a-trial explored individuals’ decisions to decline participation in research trialling a chronic illness-focused therapy (i.e. multiple sclerosis). Four themes were identified from seven semi-structured ...
Exploring the impact of ineligibility on individuals expressing interest in a trial aimed at improving daily functioning regarding perceptions of self, research and likelihood of future participation
(BMC, 2021-11-27)
Background
Eligibility guidelines in research trials are necessary to minimise confounds and reduce bias in the interpretation of potential treatment effects. There is limited extant research investigating how being deemed ...
Dating with a diagnosis: The lived experience of people with multiple sclerosis
(Springer, 2021-05-26)
Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is a neurological condition which usually manifests between the ages of 20 40 years. This is a critical period for developing relationships, particularly romantic relationships. People with MS can ...
A feasibility study of the Redesigning Daily Occupations (ReDOTM-10) programme in an Irish context
(Taylor & Francis, 2021-02-08)
Despite high demand, mental health services in primary care in Ireland are underdeveloped. People with mild/moderate anxiety, depression and unspecified psychological distress are frequently seen in primary care settings, ...
Twelve months into a feasibility trial: reflections on three experiences of public and patient involvement in research
(F1000Research and Health Research Board, 2021-01-28)
In this Open Letter we present reflections from three different perspectives on the integration of public and patient involvement (PPI) in a research trial. We reflect on the experience of having a patient employed as a ...
Developing understandings of occupational (in)justice with occupational therapy students in a transnational project
(Routledge, 2021-02-09)
This article describes an innovative transnational education project involving three European universities, funded through ERASMUS+. One of its aims was to develop and provide a curriculum to facilitate students’ understanding ...
Community Occupational Therapy for people with dementia and family carers (COTiD-UK) versus treatment as usual (Valuing Active Life in Dementia [VALID]) study: A single-blind, randomised controlled trial
(Public Library of Science, 2021-01-04)
Background
We aimed to estimate the clinical effectiveness of Community Occupational Therapy for people with dementia and family carers–UK version (Community Occupational Therapy in Dementia–UK version [COTiD-UK]) relative ...