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Raising The Voices Of Sex Workers
No full textSex workers have a long history of oppressive legislation and a stigmatized view in the United States. Many of these policies, both federal and state-level, do not include the opinions of sex workers. This research project surveyed current and former sex workers (N=6) on their thoughts about policy surrounding sex work in the United States. All six participants agreed that there needs to be a change in current policies, and the majority of participants agree that sex workers need to be included in the writing of policy for it to truly benefit sex workers. This research suggests that sex workers would like to be included in conversations and politics surrounding their work.Social Wor
Thumbnail for Highlights From The Northeast Chapter Of Fourth National Climate Assessment
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A Self-Selected Musical Track to Increase Occupational Performance in Educational Settings for Adolescents with an Intellectual Disability and Visual Impairment
No full textStudies have indicated that students with intellectual disabilities do not engage in full participation of school activities and are significantly dependent on others to maximize their participation level in educational settings (Selanikyo et al., 2017). A person with an intellectual disability and visual impairment has an increased risk of persistent problems behaviors (Lang & Sarimski, 2018). Music can help contribute to the learning experience for students with an intellectual disability by encouraging participation in educational settings (Kalgotra & Singh Warwal, 2017). Students with an intellectual disability benefit from self-determination skills such as choice- making being integrated at school (Burke et al., 2020). The purpose of this proposed study is to determine if the implementation of a self-selected musical track prior to classroom activities can increase classroom participation for students with an intellectual disability and visual impairment. Results can help to determine the effectiveness of the intervention with this population and provide further literature on interventions to help improve participation in formal education for adolescents with an intellectual disability and visual impairment
The Role of The Occupational Therapy Practitioner in the Post-Secondary Transition Process
No full textThis research study aimed to investigate the role of the occupational therapy practitioner (OTP) within the post-secondary transition process for students with disabilities. This study was intended to use a 1- hour in-service presentation as a type of intervention to determine if practitioners increased their knowledge and levels of advocacy of their role during the transition planning process. Data was meant to be collected with the use of pre-post-posttest questionnaires as outcome measures
Parent’s Perception of Occupational Therapy’s Role in Postsecondary Transition Planning
No full textTransition planning and services for students with disabilities works to prepare students for adulthood through services provided through their Individualized Education Plan (IEP). Occupational therapy practitioners working on a transition team have a profound role in using their expertise and clinical knowledge to provide students with the skills and tools necessary to achieve maximum independence in adulthood. Because parent and caregiver input in their child’s IEP is critical, it is important that their perspective be considered. The goal of this research is to investigate how parents and caregivers perceive the role of occupational therapy (OT) in preparing students for the transition from school-based services to adult life. Parents and caregivers in Massachusetts (MA) completed an online survey to identify how they believe OT is involved in transition planning. Participants were recruited using informative online flyers, posting in online Facebook groups, and emails sent out to local schools. Results will be used to better define the role of occupational therapy practitioners working on transition planning teams
Utilizing Programmed Instruction Modules to Teach Reinforcement Terminology
No full textUsing programmed instruction with equivalence-based instruction to teach reinforcement terminology to mastery
Can a group driving cessation intervention improve quality of life in older adults?
No full textThis poster presentation is a summary of a systematic review addressing various group driving cessation interventions and the effects that they have on the continued mobility and overall quality of life (QoL) of older adults
Caseload Balance and Risk Stratification in Community Residential Care: A Pilot Program for Nurse Case Managers
No full textA pilot program for nurse case managers to identify patient acuity and balance caseloads based on risk identification and stratification