Tips for reading a research article when you have limited time.

Reading one research article can be a relaxing experience. You are gaining knowledge and learning ways to implement the research outcomes in your occupational therapy practice.  But, when you have multiple articles to read or if you had a long day at work, the thought of reading a 20-page research study is not particularly appealing. …

Ending the week on a positive note…

Thank goodness it is Friday! I hope everyone has good plans to celebrate the fact that it is officially fall! What is there not to like about fall? The weather is pleasant throughout the day. There are a ton of activities to do with family and friends (all which can be modified to maintain social …

Ending the week on a positive note…

Out of the mouth of babes: ā€œIn 2020, the months of April, May, June, July, and August were like the L, M, N, O, P of the alphabet!ā€ Yes, indeed. While the rest of the summer months have flown by, September has been quite sluggish! But, with fall right around the corner, I am sure …

OT Research Spotlight

What is the impact of screen time on children's fine motor and visual perceptual skills? This research study compares the visual perceptual and fine motor skills between children that use electronic tablets and those that do not use tablets. The results are interesting, pointing to areas for further exploration by occupational therapy students and intervention …

Ending the week on a positive note…

Does anyone else feel like this week was a blur? Everyday felt the same and today doesn’t even feel like a Friday! The news this week was low key as well, which I will take. These past few months have been a whirlwind and I am sure the next few weeks will require some adjustments …

OT Research Spotlight

Article: Predicting Student Success on the National Board for Certification in Occupational TherapyĀ® Examination Authors: Amy L. Kurowski-Burt, SueAnn Woods, Shay M. Daily, Christa L. Lilly, Brian Scaife, Diana Davis Research Design: Causal-comparative research Objective: Determine the likelihood of passing the NBCOTĀ® Exam based on characteristics of academic and professional behaviors of student cohorts. Participants: …

Ending the week on a positive note…

We are slowly getting to a new normal…It is not perfect, and the pace is glacial. But we are getting there, for now. School is a couple of weeks away. Some states have started school and working to determine what is safest for teachers, students, and staff, in real time. While other schools are in …

Ending the week on a positive note…

In today’s world where things move at a frenetic pace, isn’t nice when you take a moment to take it all in?  From an occupational therapy perspective, did you ever stop to take in the moment your client achieved a goal, when you got your exam results and you got the A you worked so …