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Critically Appraised Topics from 2023

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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

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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

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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

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Exploring Occupation-Based Sleep Interventions for School-Aged Children Experiencing Homelessness: A Critically Appraised Topic, Aspen DeLano, Joslynn Sauer, and Emily Vieth

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Occupational Therapy’s Role in Natural Disasters, Olivia A. Dobrinz, Elise N. Gapp, and Jocelyn R. Kirk

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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

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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

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Usefulness of Kinesiotaping for Children Experiencing High Tone and Spasticity as a Symptom of Cerebral Palsy, Hailey Koep, Hailey McGuire, and Claire Meyer

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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

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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

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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

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The Role of Occupational Therapy in the Transition Process for Young Adults with Developmental Disabilities, Hannah Tanous, McKenzie Ulrich, and Alexis Walther

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Telehealth Benefits in Rural Areas: Occupational Therapy, Grant E. Tolkkinen, Grace K. Torgerson, and Kaitlyn J. Wanner

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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

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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

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Family-centered Care for Preschool Children with Disabilities, Kaylee Athmann, Ashley Freund, and Rachel Koenig

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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Occupational Therapy’s Ability to Address Perceived Stress Levels in Caregivers of Individuals with Dementia, Kjerstin Drugan, Molly Van Drehle, and Jadalyn Wagner

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Effectiveness of Occupational Therapy Services on Quality of Life Among Chronically Homeless Mothers with Children, Stephanie Dullum, Caitlyn Fussy, and Cierra Jacobson

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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

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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

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Occupational Therapy in Palliative Care: Incorporating Meaningful Occupations and Education Programs for Occupational Therapists, Emily Geissler, Mariah Herring, and Katya Kivi

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Efficacy of Educational Programs for Homeless Adults with Mental Illness, Madison Herbeck, Samantha Proctor, and Bailee Scheer

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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

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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

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Effective Occupational Therapy Interventions for Reducing Parental Stress in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, Ann Landreville, Annah Greenmyer, and MaKayla Murden

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Interventions Addressing Social and Leisure Participation for Adults with Musculoskeletal Chronic Pain, Kady Locke, Emily Ray, and Josie Sylte

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Effectiveness of Executive Functioning Interventions Among Homeless Elementary Aged Students, Julia Warmack, Abby Jessen, and Taylor Koopmeiners

Critically Appraised Topics from 2021

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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The Use of Sensory Processing Interventions to Improve Academics and Social Participation for Adolescents with Trauma, Michayla Burckhard, Austin Ellis, and Michael Helgeson

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Evidence for the Use of Health Promotion Programs in Schools, Anna Burggraf, Kathryn College, and Taylor White

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Critically Appraised Topic: The Use of Interprofessional Practice in Occupational Therapy, Rachel Cheatley, Jaecy Giegerich, and Paige Mann

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Impact of Social Skills Groups on School Aged Children with Emotional Disturbance, Stephanie Coauette, Kaitlyn Ekre, and Benjamin Stagg

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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

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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

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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

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Effectiveness of Kind Behavior Promotion in Bullying Prevention Among School-Aged Adolescents, Isabell Fetsch, Megan Fuka, and Lexi Zahn

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Prevention of Falls in Adults Older than 60 Years through Therapeutic Riding: A Critically Appraised Topic, Isabella Johannes, Dominique Menard, and Alicia Young

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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

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Evidence for Planning as an Intervention Approach for Adults Transitioning Into Retirement, Emily Knust, Olivia Myers, and Bridget Reuss

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Best Interventions for Working Adults Experiencing Chronic Musculoskeletal Pain, Hailey Koep, Samantha Larson, and Michelle McNamee

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Efficacy of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy on Adults Experiencing Chronic Musculoskeletal Pain, Emma Lehman, Abbigail Smith, and Krista Weiland

Critically Appraised Topics from 2020

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Critically Appraised Topic: Evidence for the Effectiveness of Implementing Home Modifications to Age in Place, Feyi Adewoye, Michaela Gerving, and Ashley Osbjornson

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Fostering Improvement in Occupational Performance Through Environment Modification in Skilled Nursing Facilities, Grant Baker, Erin Grensteiner, and Rachel Lindemann

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Aging in Place: Causes and Importance of Fall Prevention Education, Molly Banks, Danielle Halstead, and Mariah LeRoux

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Occupational Therapy Lymphedema Management and Its Relationship to Quality of Life, Jessica Blackman, Marissa Dreiling, and Ashley Mutziger

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Critically Appraised Topic: Evidence for Mindfulness Therapies for Veterans with PTSD, Hayley Blom, Julie Juracich, and Sydnie Merriman

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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

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Intervention Strategies for Older Adults in Rural Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNF), Mackenzie Brokaw, Hallie Longtin, and Sarah Schumacher

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Evidence of Occupation-Based Interventions for Acute Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy Symptoms: A Critically Appraised Topic, Stacy Buschette, Jacob Kullot, and Allison McGauvran

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Preserving Shoulder Integrity for Pediatric Wheelchair Users, Nora Carlson, Miranda Jensen, and Katelyn McLellan

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Occupational Therapy Interventions for People with Type 2 Diabetes in Rural Communities, Katherine Christopherson, Meghan Janssen, and Nicole Merchlewicz

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Effectiveness of Complete Decongestive Therapy (CDT) as a Lifestyle Management Intervention for Adults with Secondary Lymphedema., Hannah Curlett, Alexia Gallagher, and Amy Shaver

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Occupational therapy intervention approaches for successful employment outcomes for individuals with an intellectual disability, Kaitlyne Dittberner, Heidi Janssen, and Shivangi Patel

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Occupation-Based Education for Fall Prevention in Community-Dwelling Older Adults: A Critically Appraised Topic Paper, McKenzie Dye, Samantha Hudson, and Therese Pettersen

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Assistive Technology and In-Home Use for Individuals with Tetraplegia, Benjamin Germolus, AshleyMarie Hirdler, and McKenzie Peterson

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Supporting Adults with Chronic Pain Through the Use of a Non-opioid Pain Management Program, Chloe Haas, Richard Seaman, and Jaslyn Seeley

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Critically Appraised Topic: Hippotherapy Intervention for School Age Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders, Jedekiah May, Delanie Vitosh, and Karleen VonKrosigk

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The Use of Bottom-Up, Sensory-Based Approaches for Adolescents with Complex Trauma, Dina Nickoson, Rebecca Rimel, and Cassie Madsen

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Effectiveness of Self-Management Programs to Reduce Occupational Deprivation in Older Adults, Sophia Schutt and Kristin Thompson

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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

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Using Meaningful Leisure Activities in OT to Decrease Occupational Deprivation in Older Adults, Alicia Zinger and Ellie Roche