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Mental Health, Health and Wellness Articles for OT CEUs
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Addressing Mental Health In The Home: Guidance For The OT Practitioner
November 7, 2024
Our country is in a mental health crisis, and occupational therapy continues to be underutilized for support. OTPs should feel confident and capable of providing interventions to help in the world of... Read More
Acute Care, Community and Home Health Gerontology and Aging Mental Health, Health and Wellness
Return to Work after Cancer and the Role of Occupational Therapy
October 7, 2024
Facts about returning to work after cancer and the role of the occupational therapy practitioner will be discussed in this course with an introduction to specific models and interventions. Read More
Acute Care, Community and Home Health Mental Health, Health and Wellness Neurological and Physical Disabilities
Evaluating Adults’ Mental Health Needs: An Essential Feature Of OT Practice
September 12, 2024
Screening and evaluating clients’ emotional, cognitive, and social performance is an essential skill set for occupational therapy practitioners working with adults across various practice settings.... Read More
Acute Care, Community and Home Health Gerontology and Aging Mental Health, Health and Wellness
OT In Mental Health: Understanding The Role Of The Occupational Therapy Practitioner
August 21, 2024
A general overview of the history of OT in mental health and practice indications. More specifically, this course will inform OTPs of common practice settings, the clinical presentation which includes... Read More
Acute Care, Community and Home Health Gerontology and Aging Mental Health, Health and Wellness
Rehabilitation Strategies For Persons With Dementia And Neuropsychiatric Conditions: What's The Evidence?
August 19, 2024
Current rehabilitation approaches for patients with a variety of neuropsychiatric conditions, including dementia, schizophrenia, and functional movement disorders, will be addressed in this course. Ev... Read More
Cognition and Executive Function Gerontology and Aging Mental Health, Health and Wellness Neurological and Physical Disabilities
What You Need to Know When an Individual Hoards
July 22, 2024
This session will explore hoarding in senior living by first defining hoarding and identifying the types of hoarding behaviors. The session will look at the scope of the issue in various levels of sen... Read More
Acute Care, Community and Home Health Gerontology and Aging Mental Health, Health and Wellness
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome And Long COVID: OT Strategies
June 25, 2024
Learn how to help clients manage Long COVID and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome from the lens and strengths of Occupational Therapy. Read More
Acute Care, Community and Home Health Gerontology and Aging Mental Health, Health and Wellness Neurological and Physical Disabilities
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Skills For Occupational Therapy Practitioners Working With Adolescents
April 10, 2024
Explore DBT skills for OT intervention with adolescents. Research on DBT with adolescents will be discussed, and practical strategies and examples for utilizing DBT skills in OT practice with adolesce... Read More
Mental Health, Health and Wellness Pediatrics
Caregiving For The Spinal Cord Injury Patient
March 19, 2024
This course will explore how to identify caregiver challenges, as well as resources and creative problem-solving solutions available for caregivers and patients with spinal cord injuries. Case studies... Read More
Acute Care, Community and Home Health Mental Health, Health and Wellness Neurological and Physical Disabilities
Navigating Risks: From Professional Curiosity To Safeguarding Oneself And Others
March 18, 2024
Occupational therapy professionals work with a range of people who can be at increased risk to themselves, to others, or from others. We all have a role in minimizing these risks. Conversations can be... Read More
Acute Care, Community and Home Health Mental Health, Health and Wellness
The Reinvention Of Occupational Identity: A Decision-Making Approach
February 21, 2024
This course is designed to familiarize clinicians of all levels with the Reinvention of Occupational Identity: A Decision-Making Framework. The purpose of the framework is to act as a guide for clinic... Read More
Acute Care, Community and Home Health Gerontology and Aging Mental Health, Health and Wellness Neurological and Physical Disabilities
Nature As Co-Therapist Podcast
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February 15, 2024
The evidence overwhelmingly supports the positive role of nature in health and well-being. In this course, attendees will learn about nature-based therapy and its application to clinical practice acro... Read More
Acute Care, Community and Home Health Continued Learning Podcast Gerontology and Aging Mental Health, Health and Wellness Pediatrics
An Overview Of Sleep Disturbances: A Practical Approach For Occupational Therapy Practitioners
February 7, 2024
A general overview of the prevalence of sleep disturbances, a breakdown of the sleep cycle and stages, and the impact of poor sleep quality on different areas of occupation are covered in this course.... Read More
Acute Care, Community and Home Health Mental Health, Health and Wellness
Evidence-Based Approaches: A Pediatric Perspective Of The Occupation Of Sleep
February 6, 2024
Public health research has shown that many children experience sleep disorders; however, many pediatric therapists feel uncomfortable providing sleep interventions for children. Using the "Hit the SAA... Read More
Acute Care, Community and Home Health Early Intervention and School-Based Mental Health, Health and Wellness Pediatrics
Healthy Transitions: An Opportunity For OT Intervention
January 18, 2024
Transitions in life are a natural part of being human; however, navigating change isn’t always easy. Facing the unknown can sometimes cause feelings of stress, anxiety, fear, worry, or depression. O... Read More
Acute Care, Community and Home Health Early Intervention and School-Based Gerontology and Aging Mental Health, Health and Wellness Pediatrics
Trauma Informed Care: What Does An Occupational Therapy Practitioner Need To Know?
November 17, 2023
The significance of recognizing and addressing the complex impacts of trauma on both clients and practitioners, to not only tailor interventions that foster holistic healing and growth but also empowe... Read More
Acute Care, Community and Home Health Early Intervention and School-Based Mental Health, Health and Wellness Pediatrics
Occupational Therapy And Fatigue After Cancer
October 27, 2023
A comprehensive understanding of the challenges posed by fatigue after cancer treatment and how occupational therapy can play a pivotal role in managing this condition is covered in this course. Fatig... Read More
Acute Care, Community and Home Health Mental Health, Health and Wellness Neurological and Physical Disabilities
Fostering Healthy Minds: Exploring Occupational Therapy's Role in Supporting Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health
September 7, 2023
Learn about the critical window of brain development and the key factors that impact the social-emotional foundations of infants and toddlers. Learn how occupational therapy’s unique perspective can... Read More
Acute Care, Community and Home Health Early Intervention and School-Based Mental Health, Health and Wellness Pediatrics
Substance Misuse In The Elderly And Use Of Screening, Brief Intervention, And Referral To Treatment (SBIRT)
August 31, 2023
Substance use disorders are a significant problem in the elderly population. Studies have shown that elderly patients with substance use disorders have very good outcomes when diagnosed and treatment... Read More
Acute Care, Community and Home Health Gerontology and Aging Mental Health, Health and Wellness Neurological and Physical Disabilities
Multiple Generations In The Workplace: Effective Communication To Enhance Diversity
July 20, 2023
There are very different generations in the workplace and getting these groups to work together effectively is challenging. It is important to first understand each of these groups based on their stre... Read More
Acute Care, Community and Home Health Mental Health, Health and Wellness Professional Issues