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Depression and Other Psychosocial Disorders Associated with Stroke
July 25, 2013
A person who has depression is 2-3 times more likely to have a stroke. There is also a risk factor for not surviving a stroke. Having depression prior to stroke can be a very high risk factor and a po... Read More
Gerontology and Aging Mental Health, Health and Wellness Neurological and Physical Disabilities
Interpreting Challenging Behavior in Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders
June 28, 2013
The following course is designed to teach participants how to interpret challenging behavior using evidence-based practice. Participants will break down the components of challenging behavior and use... Read More
Pediatrics Early Intervention and School-Based
Introduction to Autism Spectrum Disorders: Characteristics and Learning Styles
June 19, 2013
The following course will increase participants understanding of the autism spectrum disorder as it currently is in the DSMIV. Participants will also gain knowledge on the upcoming DSMV and how it rel... Read More
Pediatrics Early Intervention and School-Based
Restraint Reduction
June 12, 2013
This text based course is a transcript of the live webinar titled, Restraint Reduction. Read More
Gerontology and Aging Seating and Positioning, Wheelchair Mobility
Fear of Falling and Activity Restriction Among Community-Dwelling Older Adults
June 4, 2013
This text is a transcript based on the live webinar titled, "Fear of Falling and Activity Restriction Among Community-Dwelling Older Adults" presented by Jane Painter Ed.D., OTR/L, FAOTA.>... Read More
Gerontology and Aging
Flexor Tendon Injuries
May 30, 2013
>> Rebecca Von der Heyde: I would like to know a little bit about those joining us today. Have you treated a patient with a flexor tendon injury in the past month? Have you ever treated a pati... Read More
Hand, Upper Extremity, and Orthopedics
Management of Shoulder Subluxation After Stroke
May 17, 2013
This text-based course is a transcript of the live webinar titled, "Management of Shoulder Subluxation After Stroke", presented by Salvador Bondoc, OTD, OTR/L, FAOTA >> Salvador Bondoc... Read More
Hand, Upper Extremity, and Orthopedics Neurological and Physical Disabilities
Effective Strategies for Decreasing Challenging Behavior in Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders
February 20, 2013
The following course will provide the participants with a framework for providing intervention to individuals with autism spectrum disorders. The intervention strategies discussed are for teaching new... Read More
Neurological and Physical Disabilities Early Intervention and School-Based
EADLs: Enabling Access to Environments and Activities Across the Lifespan
January 30, 2013
This seminar focuses on provision of EADL Units for individuals across the lifespan. Participants will have the opportunity to learn about various devices available to offer individuals access to mult... Read More
Assistive Technology and Environmental Modifications
Executive Function Assessment
January 28, 2013
>> Timothy Wolf: The title of my assessment is broadly titled, “Executive Function Assessment.” and to get started, I would like to go over a few objectives for what I want to cover... Read More
Cognition and Executive Function
Dementia Management: Evaluation and Staging
January 23, 2013
>>Kathleen Weissberg: Dementia management is near and dear to my heart for a number of reasons. It has become my specialty probably because I am convinced I have dementia. But it is something... Read More
Gerontology and Aging
The Hand 101
January 7, 2013
This text based course is a transcript of the live webinar titled, "The Hand 101", presented by Rebecca von der Heyde, Ph.D., OTR/L, CHT. Rebecca Von Der Heyde: I really hope to keep you en... Read More
Hand, Upper Extremity, and Orthopedics
Falls Prevention and Effectiveness of Tai Chi in Reducing Fall Risk Among Older Adults
October 29, 2012
This text based course is a transcript of the live webinar titled, "Falls Prevention and Effectiveness of Tai Chi in Reducing Fall Risk Among Older Adults", by Jane Painter, Ed.D, OTR/L, FAO... Read More
Gerontology and Aging
Distal Radius, Metacarpal & Proximal Phalanx Fractures
August 13, 2012
>> Rebecca von der Heyde: Is the majority of your caseload patients with upper extremity injuries? Let’s begin by looking at the objectives. The objectives for the talk today are to ide... Read More
Fraud, Abuse, Audits & Appeals: What Therapists Need to Know
August 2, 2012
This text-based course is a transcript of the live seminar, “Fraud, Abuse, Audits & Appeals:What... Read More
Cognitive Strategy Training in Subacute Stroke: A Case Study
July 30, 2012
Previous research has demonstrated that the cognitive strategy use protocol known as Cognitive Orientation to daily Occupational Performance, or CO-OP, is associated with functional skill acquisition,... Read More
Cognition and Executive Function
Assistive Technology Solutions for Independent and Productive Aging
July 18, 2012
>> Dr. Kimberly Furphy: In addition to what Christa said, I still provide OT services to adult and geriatric population in Mercer County, New Jersey, through the visiting nurses. I am still se... Read More
Assistive Technology and Environmental Modifications Vision
Fall Management: Team Solutions for Assessment and Prevention- Treatment Intervention
May 14, 2012
>> Kathleen Weissberg: Today we are going to talk about treatment ideas for falls management and prevention. We will talk about environmental modification, patient and caregiver education, bal... Read More
Gerontology and Aging
Fall Management: Team Solutions for Assessment and Prevention-Evaluation of Risk
May 9, 2012
This text-based course is a transcript of the live seminar, "Fall Management: Team Solutions for Assessment and Prevention --Treatment Intervention", presented by Kathleen Weissberg, M.S., O... Read More
Gerontology and Aging
A Sensory Approach to Potty Training
May 7, 2012
A Sensory Approach to Potty TrainingPresented by: Britt Collins MS, OTR>> Britt Collins: Welcome everyone to our Sensory Approach to Potty Training webinar today. Our purpose and objectives o... Read More
Pediatrics Early Intervention and School-Based