Critically Appraised Topics from 2024
Effectiveness of Education-Based Programs and Preventative Strategies on Oral Health Outcomes for Older Adults in Rural Communities: A Critically Appraised Topic, Meagan Barnes Pearson, Abby Ellenberger, and Becca Valdez
Occupational Therapy’s role in Transitioning & Community Integration, Payton Baumann, Madison Thomas, and Anna Voegel
Understanding the Role of Occupational Therapists in Managing Type 1 Diabetes in Adolescents: A Critically Appraised Topic, Jatin Cranmore, Morgan Harshman, and Kelsey Milleson
Identifying Occupational Therapy’s Role in Rural Areas for Women Who Have Experienced Domestic Violence, Meagan R. Danda, Maria L. Johnson, and Hannah L. Street
Contexts Contributing to Burnout and Potential Coping Strategies to Support Work-Life Balance and Health Management Among Occupational Therapy Practitioners, Nora Duren, Kearyn Nelsen, and Jada Welke
Role of Mindfulness-Based Interventions in Occupational Therapy with Young Adults with Mental Health Conditions Evoked by Social Media, Allison Haiby, Kennedy Reimann, and Katie Quinley
The Role of Occupational Therapists Working with Adults with Substance Use Disorder in Rural Areas, Kyra M. Jessen and Jackie M. Middendorf
Increasing Autonomy in the Homeless Veteran Population Through Education-Based Occupational Therapy Intervention: A Critically Appraised Topic, Madeline Kuntz, Karli March, and Cheyenne Thompson
The Role of Occupational Therapists in Addressing Religion and Spirituality as it Relates to Health Maintenance of Adult Clients to Improve Therapeutic Alliance, Natalie McFarren and Emma Schultz
Experiences of Ex-Cult Members Reintegration into Society and the Effects of Therapy Services: Occupational Therapy, Joslyn M. Nordmark, Lilja A. Jurva, and Lauren B. Nelson
The Use of Evidence-Based Practice to Strengthen Professional Identity Among Occupational Therapists., Allison M. Stephani, Kaelyn J. Talley, and Ariel K. Tix
Critically Appraised Topics from 2023
Occupational Therapy’s Role in Addressing the Intersectionality of Veterans Who Are Chronically Homeless, Mental Health, and Sleep Deprivation, Maci Bakken, Abby Eken, and Morgan Halliday
The Role of Occupational Therapists Working with Adolescents with Mental Health Conditions in the Juvenile Justice System, Angelina M. Caron, Madalyn M. England, and Mattea J. Johnson
The Impact of Sensory Deprivation and Sensory-Based Intervention for Incarcerated Adults Over the Age of 65, Kyara G. Crowley, Connor N. Fuchs, and Sydney L. Johnson
Exploring Occupation-Based Sleep Interventions for School-Aged Children Experiencing Homelessness: A Critically Appraised Topic, Aspen DeLano, Joslynn Sauer, and Emily Vieth
Occupational Therapy’s Role in Natural Disasters, Olivia A. Dobrinz, Elise N. Gapp, and Jocelyn R. Kirk
Examining Occupational Therapists’ Role in Providing Client-Centered Care for School-Aged Children in the Educational Setting with Visual Impairment, Nicole Gentry, Skye Gross, Alyssa Hammon, and Angela Mossman-Larson
Effects of Occupation Based Interventions Related to Play and Leisure for Minimization of Post-Concussion or Mild Traumatic Brain Injury Symptoms in Adolescents: A Critically Appraised Topic, Anneka Harris, Melody Mackenzie, and Emmy Miller
Usefulness of Kinesiotaping for Children Experiencing High Tone and Spasticity as a Symptom of Cerebral Palsy, Hailey Koep, Hailey McGuire, and Claire Meyer
Effectiveness of the Use of Kinesiotape for Adults with Elbow Tendinosis in Reducing Pain to Promote Engagement in Occupations, Natasha Minar, Kinley Nordin, and Kaitlyn Peterson
CAT Part IV: Occupational Therapy Interventions to Support Upper Extremity Spasticity in Older Adults Following a Stroke, Mary Redlin, Allie Reiffenberger, Shannon Ring, and Aubrey Rude
Effectiveness of Occupational Therapy’s Role in Promotion of Role Fulfillment with Aviation Students in Higher Education who are Experiencing Mental Health Conditions, Payton O. Schilke, Olivia G. Schoffstall, Lexi K. Smith, and Gracie J. Stimac
The Role of Occupational Therapy in the Transition Process for Young Adults with Developmental Disabilities, Hannah Tanous, McKenzie Ulrich, and Alexis Walther
Telehealth Benefits in Rural Areas: Occupational Therapy, Grant E. Tolkkinen, Grace K. Torgerson, and Kaitlyn J. Wanner
The Role of Occupational Therapy in Determining the Effectiveness of Functional Task Assessments Used to Improve Quality of Life for Older Adults with Parkinson’s Disease., Kate L. Westphal, Brooklyn L. Wiest, and Jordyn M. Wolff
Critically Appraised Topics from 2022
Effectiveness of Occupational Therapy Self-Management Interventions Among Chronically Homeless Veterans with Mental Health and Substance Abuse Disorders, Jace Allard, Hannah Leisenheimer, and Adeyinka Omotunde
Family-centered Care for Preschool Children with Disabilities, Kaylee Athmann, Ashley Freund, and Rachel Koenig
Identifying the Role of Occupational Therapy in the Pediatric Palliative Care Team for Pediatric Cancer Patients, Rudessa Bedonie, Hannah Gianan, Riley Thomas, and Kennedy Tooke
The Benefits of Habituation Altering Occupational Therapy Interventions to Improve Engagement in ADLs and IADLs for Adults with Chronic Pain, Alexis Brolsma, Aleece Durbin, and Casidi Pullar
How the Physical Long-Haul Symptoms of COVID-19 Influence Occupational Performance From a Person-Environment-Occupation Perspective: A Critically Appraised Topic, Emmalee Burtsfield, Amber Matlock, and Alyssia Pucel
Effectiveness and Availability of Occupational Therapy Interventions for Improving Quality of Life for Families Dealing with Virtual Learning During the COVID-19 Pandemic and Substance Use Issues, Madison Christian, Alexis Lehmann, and Hannah Steckler
The Link Between Occupational Therapy Interventions, Quality of Life, and Social and Leisure Participation in Adults with Chronic Conditions, Katie DeBoer, Callie Kleindl, and Monicah Nyakoe
Occupational Therapy’s Ability to Address Perceived Stress Levels in Caregivers of Individuals with Dementia, Kjerstin Drugan, Molly Van Drehle, and Jadalyn Wagner
Effectiveness of Occupational Therapy Services on Quality of Life Among Chronically Homeless Mothers with Children, Stephanie Dullum, Caitlyn Fussy, and Cierra Jacobson
Interventions for Adults with Rheumatoid Arthritis to Increase Quality of Life and Motivation in Activities of Daily Living and Instrumental Activities of Daily Living: A Critically Appraised Topic, Erin Ferebee, Makenzie Kroupa, and Makayla Tucker
Intervention Strategies to Combat the Impacts of COVID-19 on Adolescents Mental Health: A Critically Appraised Topic, Rylie Garner, Lauryne Griego, Kailey Squier, and Jamie Steinhoff
Occupational Therapy in Palliative Care: Incorporating Meaningful Occupations and Education Programs for Occupational Therapists, Emily Geissler, Mariah Herring, and Katya Kivi
Efficacy of Educational Programs for Homeless Adults with Mental Illness, Madison Herbeck, Samantha Proctor, and Bailee Scheer
Critically Appraised Topic: The Use of Occupation-Based Sensory Intervention and Environmental Modification with School-Aged Children who have Experienced Trauma, Josie Huot, Abigail Kasper, Erin Siebenaler, and Jessica Wetzel
Effectiveness of Early Intervention Programs Addressing Mental Health Issues Caused by Long-Haul COVID-19 in Older Adults, Grace Kleinvachter, Lauren Fischer, and Kelsey Rajewsky
Effective Occupational Therapy Interventions for Reducing Parental Stress in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, Ann Landreville, Annah Greenmyer, and MaKayla Murden
Interventions Addressing Social and Leisure Participation for Adults with Musculoskeletal Chronic Pain, Kady Locke, Emily Ray, and Josie Sylte
Effectiveness of Executive Functioning Interventions Among Homeless Elementary Aged Students, Julia Warmack, Abby Jessen, and Taylor Koopmeiners
Critically Appraised Topics from 2021
Impact of Stress Management Strategies and Intervention on the Mental Health of Farmers: A Critically Appraised Topic, Logan Anderson, Zach Gascho, Nicole Gentry, and Ashley Vannelli
Integrating Assistive Technology into Outpatient Rehabilitation Programs to Increase Independent Living in Older Adults: A Critically Appraised Topic (CAT), Josie Anhorn, Kenadee Eyre, and Tiana Griffith
Post-Breast Cancer Related Lymphedema Interventions and Their Relationship to Social Involvement and Quality of Life for Middle-Aged Women, Abby Bauman, Jenna Holm, and Sarah Zuelzke
Identifying Occupational Therapy’s Role in the Interprofessional Team for Combating Barriers to Correct Medication Adherence for Older Adults, Megan Berginski, Bryce Graves, and Christopher Hernandez
Critically Appraised Topic Paper: What is Motor Learning Theory? How Can It Be Implemented into Occupational Therapy Interventions for Individuals with Cerebrovascular Accidents?, Allyson Bourque, Alison O'Sadnick, Alexis Skogen, and Callie Vold
The Use of Sensory Processing Interventions to Improve Academics and Social Participation for Adolescents with Trauma, Michayla Burckhard, Austin Ellis, and Michael Helgeson
Evidence for the Use of Health Promotion Programs in Schools, Anna Burggraf, Kathryn College, and Taylor White
Critically Appraised Topic: The Use of Interprofessional Practice in Occupational Therapy, Rachel Cheatley, Jaecy Giegerich, and Paige Mann
Impact of Social Skills Groups on School Aged Children with Emotional Disturbance, Stephanie Coauette, Kaitlyn Ekre, and Benjamin Stagg
Utilizing a Community-Based CORE Approach to Foster Occupational Engagement in Individuals with Mental Health Conditions within Rural Communities, Anne Domanus, Melanie Martinez, and Sheena Miller
The Effectiveness of Intervention Facilitating Return to Work Through Improving Cognition for Those with Mild Traumatic Brain Injury, Madison Ertelt, Abbey Marinucci, and Jaden Pikarski
Occupation-Based Intervention with Evaluation of the Home Environment for Older Adults in a Long-Term Care Facility, Teo Faulkner, Autumn Hopkin, and Anna Logan
Effectiveness of Kind Behavior Promotion in Bullying Prevention Among School-Aged Adolescents, Isabell Fetsch, Megan Fuka, and Lexi Zahn
Prevention of Falls in Adults Older than 60 Years through Therapeutic Riding: A Critically Appraised Topic, Isabella Johannes, Dominique Menard, and Alicia Young
Interventions That Reduce Anxiety and Depression to Support Mediation of Lifestyle Balance in Middle School Students, Briana M. Kent, Aleksander R. Kohn, and Cammy C. Robertson
Evidence for Planning as an Intervention Approach for Adults Transitioning Into Retirement, Emily Knust, Olivia Myers, and Bridget Reuss
Best Interventions for Working Adults Experiencing Chronic Musculoskeletal Pain, Hailey Koep, Samantha Larson, and Michelle McNamee
Efficacy of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy on Adults Experiencing Chronic Musculoskeletal Pain, Emma Lehman, Abbigail Smith, and Krista Weiland
Critically Appraised Topics from 2020
Critically Appraised Topic: Evidence for the Effectiveness of Implementing Home Modifications to Age in Place, Feyi Adewoye, Michaela Gerving, and Ashley Osbjornson
Fostering Improvement in Occupational Performance Through Environment Modification in Skilled Nursing Facilities, Grant Baker, Erin Grensteiner, and Rachel Lindemann
Aging in Place: Causes and Importance of Fall Prevention Education, Molly Banks, Danielle Halstead, and Mariah LeRoux
Occupational Therapy Lymphedema Management and Its Relationship to Quality of Life, Jessica Blackman, Marissa Dreiling, and Ashley Mutziger
Critically Appraised Topic: Evidence for Mindfulness Therapies for Veterans with PTSD, Hayley Blom, Julie Juracich, and Sydnie Merriman
The Use of Sensory Integration to Mitigate the Traumatic Environment of the NICU: A Critically Appraised Topic (CAT), Heather Bowman, Audrey Soulek, and Abby Werkmeister
Intervention Strategies for Older Adults in Rural Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNF), Mackenzie Brokaw, Hallie Longtin, and Sarah Schumacher
Evidence of Occupation-Based Interventions for Acute Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy Symptoms: A Critically Appraised Topic, Stacy Buschette, Jacob Kullot, and Allison McGauvran
Preserving Shoulder Integrity for Pediatric Wheelchair Users, Nora Carlson, Miranda Jensen, and Katelyn McLellan
Occupational Therapy Interventions for People with Type 2 Diabetes in Rural Communities, Katherine Christopherson, Meghan Janssen, and Nicole Merchlewicz
Effectiveness of Complete Decongestive Therapy (CDT) as a Lifestyle Management Intervention for Adults with Secondary Lymphedema., Hannah Curlett, Alexia Gallagher, and Amy Shaver
Occupational therapy intervention approaches for successful employment outcomes for individuals with an intellectual disability, Kaitlyne Dittberner, Heidi Janssen, and Shivangi Patel
Occupation-Based Education for Fall Prevention in Community-Dwelling Older Adults: A Critically Appraised Topic Paper, McKenzie Dye, Samantha Hudson, and Therese Pettersen
Assistive Technology and In-Home Use for Individuals with Tetraplegia, Benjamin Germolus, AshleyMarie Hirdler, and McKenzie Peterson
Supporting Adults with Chronic Pain Through the Use of a Non-opioid Pain Management Program, Chloe Haas, Richard Seaman, and Jaslyn Seeley
Critically Appraised Topic: Hippotherapy Intervention for School Age Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders, Jedekiah May, Delanie Vitosh, and Karleen VonKrosigk
The Use of Bottom-Up, Sensory-Based Approaches for Adolescents with Complex Trauma, Dina Nickoson, Rebecca Rimel, and Cassie Madsen
Effectiveness of Self-Management Programs to Reduce Occupational Deprivation in Older Adults, Sophia Schutt and Kristin Thompson
Critically Appraised Topic: Impact of Occupation-Based Interventions on Older Adults in Skilled Nursing Facilities Experiencing Occupational Deprivation, Kassandra Severson, Kaitlynn Stearns, and Tyler Stecher
Using Meaningful Leisure Activities in OT to Decrease Occupational Deprivation in Older Adults, Alicia Zinger and Ellie Roche