On today's episode we discuss the March 2023 special issue of the journal Substance Abuse: Research and Treatment on substance use and occupational therapy. Emily Rothman, Amy Mattila, and Deirdre Ryan share information related to occupational therapy's role in working with people effected by substance use disorder and provide evidenced based recommendations for clinical practice, education, and research.Please help AOTA improve it's podcasts and the translation of research to practice and receive your contact hour for listening by completing this one-minute survey: https://forms.aota.org/forms/everyday_evidence_copy?PODCAST=Everyday Evidence: Substance Use and Occupational TherapyAdditional Resources:Article links:https://journals.sagepub.com/topic/collections-sat/sat-3/satWebinar Link: https://bostonu.zoom.us/rec/share/2Tl-6bRXK7RWIveDK5yjDN_pbpCsSjzKl4Bl-xi5jZBkKm00QIX--UEiCc_FKuKR.nI1luoP5kqWuc9cD?startTime=1683214349000 Passcode: qXK!Jc!3

On today's episode we discuss the March 2023 special issue of the journal Substance Abuse: Research and Treatment on substance use and occupational therapy. Emily Rothman, Amy Mattila, and Deirdre Ryan share information related to occupational therapy's role in working with people effected by substance use disorder and provide evidenced based recommendations for clinical practice, education, and research. Please help AOTA improve it's podcasts and the translation of research to practice and receive your contact hour for listening by completing this one-minute survey: <a href="https://forms.aota.org/forms/everyday_evidence_copy?PODCAST=Everyday" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://forms.aota.org/forms/everyday_evidence_copy?PODCAST=Everyday</a> Evidence: Substance Use and Occupational Therapy Additional Resources: Article links: <a href="https://journals.sagepub.com/topic/collections-sat/sat-3/sat" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://journals.sagepub.com/topic/collections-sat/sat-3/sat</a> Webinar Link:  <a href="https://bostonu.zoom.us/rec/share/2Tl-6bRXK7RWIveDK5yjDN_pbpCsSjzKl4Bl-xi5jZBkKm00QIX--UEiCc_FKuKR.nI1luoP5kqWuc9cD?startTime=1683214349000" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bostonu.zoom.us/rec/share/2Tl-6bRXK7RWIveDK5yjDN_pbpCsSjzKl4Bl-xi5jZBkKm00QIX--UEiCc_FKuKR.nI1luoP5kqWuc9cD?startTime=1683214349000</a> Passcode: qXK!Jc!3

Everyday Evidence: Substance Use and Occupational Therapy

On today's episode of Everyday Evidence we speak with the editor and chief of the American Journal of Occupational Therapy, Stacey Reynolds. We talk all things AJOT, discuss the state of the science within occupational therapy, and she shares recommendations on how you can get involved and improve your own consumption and application of research to practice. Please help AOTA improve it's podcasts and the translation of research to practice and receive your contact hour for listening by completing this one-minute survey: https://forms.aota.org/forms/everyday_evidence_copy?PODCAST=Everyday Evidence: The American Journal of Occupational TherapyAdditional Resources:AJOT Homepage: https://research.aota.org/ajot

On today's episode of Everyday Evidence we speak with the editor and chief of the American Journal of Occupational Therapy, Stacey Reynolds. We talk all things AJOT, discuss the state of the science within occupational therapy, and she shares recommendations on how you can get involved and improve your own consumption and application of research to practice.  Please help AOTA improve it's podcasts and the translation of research to practice and receive your contact hour for listening by completing this one-minute survey: <a href="https://forms.aota.org/forms/everyday_evidence_copy?PODCAST=Everyday" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://forms.aota.org/forms/everyday_evidence_copy?PODCAST=Everyday</a> Evidence: The American Journal of Occupational Therapy Additional Resources: AJOT Homepage: <a href="https://research.aota.org/ajot" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://research.aota.org/ajot</a>

Everyday Evidence: The American Journal of Occupational Therapy

On Today's episode we discuss the Occupational Therapy Practice Guidelines for Adults with traumatic brain injury and the work Dr. Steven Wheeler and Dr. Amanda Acord-Vira do conducting research related to TBI at West Virginia University.    Please help AOTA improve it's podcasts and the translation of research to practice and receive your contact hour for listening by completing this one-minute survey: https://forms.aota.org/forms/everyday_evidence_copy?PODCAST=Everyday Evidence: TBI Practice GuidelinesAdditional Resources:Previous guidelines available in AOTA store: https://myaota.aota.org/shop_aota/product/900386?_ga=2.131410575.164824537.1683567977-2097165767.1609778166WVU TBI Services Program: https://tbi.cedwvu.org/

On Today's episode we discuss the Occupational Therapy Practice Guidelines for Adults with traumatic brain injury and the work Dr. Steven Wheeler and Dr. Amanda Acord-Vira do conducting research related to TBI at West Virginia University.     Please help AOTA improve it's podcasts and the translation of research to practice and receive your contact hour for listening by completing this one-minute survey: <a href="https://forms.aota.org/forms/everyday_evidence_copy?PODCAST=Everyday" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://forms.aota.org/forms/everyday_evidence_copy?PODCAST=Everyday</a> Evidence: TBI Practice Guidelines Additional Resources: Previous guidelines available in AOTA store: <a href="https://myaota.aota.org/shop_aota/product/900386?_ga=2.131410575.164824537.1683567977-2097165767.1609778166" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://myaota.aota.org/shop_aota/product/900386?_ga=2.131410575.164824537.1683567977-2097165767.1609778166</a> WVU TBI Services Program: <a href="https://tbi.cedwvu.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://tbi.cedwvu.org/</a>

Everyday Evidence: TBI Practice Guidelines

On today's episode we are joined by Taelor Coyle and Kelly Tanner who were part of a multi-site quality improvement project titled “Implementing Parent Coaching in Occupational Therapy for Young Children with Cerebral Palsy: A Multi-Site Project”. We discuss their project, outcomes, and stategies for implementing quality improvement initiatives. Please help AOTA improve it's podcasts and the translation of research to practice by completing this one-minute survey: SURVEYAdditional Resources: AOTA Quality PageAOTA Practice GuidelinesThe Early Childhood Coaching HandbookIHI Website

On today's episode we are joined by Taelor Coyle and Kelly Tanner who were part of a multi-site quality improvement project titled “Implementing Parent Coaching in Occupational Therapy for Young Children with Cerebral Palsy: A Multi-Site Project”. We discuss their project, outcomes, and stategies for implementing quality improvement initiatives.  Please help AOTA improve it's podcasts and the translation of research to practice by completing this one-minute survey: SURVEY Additional Resources:  AOTA Quality Page AOTA Practice Guidelines The Early Childhood Coaching Handbook IHI Website

Everyday Evidence: A Multi-site Quality Improvement Project

On today's episode we speak with Sue Ram and Krysti Teng, new practitioners and emerging leaders within occupational therapy. They share how they've used AOTA resources and connections to transition from students to practicioners. We discuss how to make meaningful connections that encourage best practice and how to combat common struggles including burnout and feeling confident in your practice.  Resources:What is Occupational Therapy InfographicJoin an SIS Community on CommunOTBest Practices for Occupational Therapy in SchoolsInterventions to Improve Children’s Academic Participation: A Systematic ReviewSpecial Interest Section Student Internship ProgramAOTA Sensory Integration and Processing SIS Mentorship ProgramAOTA LaunchPad  AOTA Career FairEmail Sue: sue.shiny@gmail.comEmail Krysti: otkrysti@gmail.com

On today's episode we speak with Sue Ram and Krysti Teng, new practitioners and emerging leaders within occupational therapy. They share how they've used AOTA resources and connections to transition from students to practicioners. We discuss how to make meaningful connections that encourage best practice and how to combat common struggles including burnout and feeling confident in your practice.   Resources: What is Occupational Therapy Infographic Join an SIS Community on CommunOT Best Practices for Occupational Therapy in Schools Interventions to Improve Children’s Academic Participation: A Systematic Review Special Interest Section Student Internship Program AOTA Sensory Integration and Processing SIS Mentorship Program AOTA LaunchPad   AOTA Career Fair Email Sue: sue.shiny@gmail.com Email Krysti: otkrysti@gmail.com

Maximizing Your Impact as a New Practitioner with AOTA

On today's episode I speak with Amanda Newchok and Erin O'Hara about the Ready to Learn and Play sensory regulation framework. We discuss the "why's" of sensory based intervention, how they developed this framework to make sensory regulation accessible and understandable to clients and caregivers, and how to share your OT magic with clients to facilitate regulatoin and improved occupational performance.Please help AOTA improve it's podcasts and the translation of research to practice by completing this one-minute survey: https://forms.aota.org/forms/everyday_evidence_copy?PODCAST=Ready to Learn and PlayAdditional Resources:https://www.readytolearnandplay.com/Email Amanda and Erin: readytolearnandplayllc@gmail.com

On today's episode I speak with Amanda Newchok and Erin O'Hara about the Ready to Learn and Play sensory regulation framework. We discuss the "why's" of sensory based intervention, how they developed this framework to make sensory regulation accessible and understandable to clients and caregivers, and how to share your OT magic with clients to facilitate regulatoin and improved occupational performance. Please help AOTA improve it's podcasts and the translation of research to practice by completing this one-minute survey: <a href="https://forms.aota.org/forms/everyday_evidence_copy?PODCAST=Ready" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://forms.aota.org/forms/everyday_evidence_copy?PODCAST=Ready</a> to Learn and Play Additional Resources: <a href="https://www.readytolearnandplay.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.readytolearnandplay.com/</a> Email Amanda and Erin: readytolearnandplayllc@gmail.com

Everyday Evidence: Ready to Learn and Play Sensory Regulation Framework

On today's episode we preview AOTA's 2023 INSPIRE annual conference and expo which takes place in Kansas City, Missouri April 20-23. We speak with AOTA president Alyson Stover, Fireside Chat presenter Sarah Thomas, and Keynote Speaker John O'Leary. They share what they are most excited for about conference, tips and tricks to get the most out of your experience, and preview the messages they will present at INSPIRE 2023. Register for conference today: Registration

On today's episode we preview AOTA's 2023 INSPIRE annual conference and expo which takes place in Kansas City, Missouri April 20-23. We speak with AOTA president Alyson Stover, Fireside Chat presenter Sarah Thomas, and Keynote Speaker John O'Leary. They share what they are most excited for about conference, tips and tricks to get the most out of your experience, and preview the messages they will present at INSPIRE 2023.  Register for conference today: Registration

INSPIRE 2023 Preview

On today's episode we speak with Kristie Patten, the 2022 Eleanor Clarke Slagle award recipient and the Vice Dean of Academic Affairs and Professor of occupational therapy at NYU. We discuss her research and implications for practice related to autism.Resources:SlagleNeurodiversity Strengths Checklist by Thomas Armstrong : from this book-BASC behavior assessment-AIR Self-determination-NY times article detailing how physicians prefer patients without disabilitiesWhat is Disability Justice?-Self-advocates on social media-Path Program-PINE program-Thinking Person’s Guide to Autism

On today's episode we speak with Kristie Patten, the 2022 Eleanor Clarke Slagle award recipient and the Vice Dean of Academic Affairs and Professor of occupational therapy at NYU. We discuss her research and implications for practice related to autism. Resources: Slagle Neurodiversity Strengths Checklist by Thomas Armstrong : from this book -BASC behavior assessment -AIR Self-determination -NY times article detailing how physicians prefer patients without disabilities What is Disability Justice? -Self-advocates on social media -Path Program -PINE program -Thinking Person’s Guide to Autism

Everyday Evidence: Finding our Strengths and Recognizing Professional Bias

Today we are joined by Virginia “Ginny” Stoffel and Lisa Mahaffey. Ginny and Lisa were instrumental in the 988 Nationwide mental health crisis and suicide prevention program. We discuss the 988 Suicide and Crisis lifeline, it's connection to occupational therapy, and principles and implications of 988 for occupational therapy practitioners across settings. Please help AOTA improve it's podcasts and the translation of research to practice by completing this one-minute survey:  https://forms.aota.org/forms/everyday_evidence_copy?PODCAST=988AOTA 988 clinical topicConnecting OT and 988 infographicOpportunities for Practitioners to collaborate in shaping mental health policy and practice to support the 988 initiativeSubstance Abuse and Mental Health Services AdministrationNational Alliance on Mental IllnessAddressing Mental Health in non Psychiatric Settings

Today we are joined by Virginia “Ginny” Stoffel and Lisa Mahaffey. Ginny and Lisa were instrumental in the 988 Nationwide mental health crisis and suicide prevention program. We discuss the 988 Suicide and Crisis lifeline, it's connection to occupational therapy, and principles and implications of 988 for occupational therapy practitioners across settings.  Please help AOTA improve it's podcasts and the translation of research to practice by completing this one-minute survey:  <a href="https://forms.aota.org/forms/everyday_evidence_copy?PODCAST=988" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://forms.aota.org/forms/everyday_evidence_copy?PODCAST=988</a> AOTA 988 clinical topic Connecting OT and 988 infographic Opportunities for Practitioners to collaborate in shaping mental health policy and practice to support the 988 initiative Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration National Alliance on Mental Illness Addressing Mental Health in non Psychiatric Settings

Connecting 988 and Occupational Therapy

On today's episode we speak with Dr. Mary Hildebrand and Dr. Amanda Mack about the Systematic Review addressing the question “What is the evidence for the effectiveness of interventions within the scope of occupational therapy practice for caregivers of people who have had a stroke that facilitate maintaining participation in the caregiver role?”.We discuss principles and implications of caregiver interventions and the evidenced related to their implementation to promote increased health and well-being for patients and caregivers. Please help AOTA improve it's podcasts and the translation of research to practice by completing this one-minute survey:  https://forms.aota.org/forms/everyday_evidence_copy?PODCAST=CaregiversAJOT HomepageSystematic Review BriefFamily Caregiver Alliance WebsiteAARP Caregiving Resources

On today's episode we speak with Dr. Mary Hildebrand and Dr. Amanda Mack about the Systematic Review addressing the question “What is the evidence for the effectiveness of interventions within the scope of occupational therapy practice for caregivers of people who have had a stroke that facilitate maintaining participation in the caregiver role?”.We discuss principles and implications of caregiver interventions and the evidenced related to their implementation to promote increased health and well-being for patients and caregivers.  Please help AOTA improve it's podcasts and the translation of research to practice by completing this one-minute survey:  <a href="https://forms.aota.org/forms/everyday_evidence_copy?PODCAST=Caregivers" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://forms.aota.org/forms/everyday_evidence_copy?PODCAST=Caregivers</a> AJOT Homepage Systematic Review Brief Family Caregiver Alliance Website AARP Caregiving Resources

Everyday Evidence: Interventions for Caregivers of People  with Stroke

Podcasts and chats from the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA), which has represented occupational therapy since 1917.

Would love to hear more about home health on here! Glad our association has a podcast. Keep the episodes coming!

OT Value

AOTA's Occupational Therapy Channel

Heather Parson, AOTA’s Associate Chief Officer for Federal Affairs is joined by Abe Saffer, a Congressional lobbyist for AOTA, to discuss AOTA’s efforts to pass legislation in Congress, aimed at diversifying the profession. The bill will provide OT programs, along with PT, speech, and audiology programs with funds to help recruit and retain students from underrepresented groups including racial and ethnic minorities.

Policy Matters: Striving for a Diverse Profession

Listen to an AOTA podcast on Building Accessible Learning Opportunities in the Community. A panel (OT educator, business leader, school OT, and students) will discuss a community event at a park coordinated through a university, school, and business partnership.

Pediatric Podcast: Building Accessible Learning Opportunities in the Community

Interprofessional training opportunities are available for occupational therapy practitioners. Listen and learn about Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental and Related Disabilities (LEND) and the role of OT in interprofessional practice, leadership, and advocacy.Featuring guests:Kris Barnekow, PhD, OTR/L, IMH-E Associate Professor University of Wisconsin-MilwaukeeDouglene Jackson, PhD, OTR/L, LMT, ATP Assistant Professor University of St. Augustine-MiamiBenjamin R. Kaufman, MSW Senior Program Manager for Maternal and Child Health Technical Assistance Association of University Centers on Disabilities (AUCD)Sandra Schefkind, OTD, OTR/L, FAOTA Moderator AOTA Pediatric Practice Manager

Interprofessional training opportunities are available for occupational therapy practitioners. Listen and learn about Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental and Related Disabilities (LEND) and the role of OT in interprofessional practice, leadership, and advocacy. Featuring guests: Kris Barnekow, PhD, OTR/L, IMH-E Associate Professor University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Douglene Jackson, PhD, OTR/L, LMT, ATP Assistant Professor University of St. Augustine-Miami Benjamin R. Kaufman, MSW Senior Program Manager for Maternal and Child Health Technical Assistance Association of University Centers on Disabilities (AUCD) Sandra Schefkind, OTD, OTR/L, FAOTA Moderator AOTA Pediatric Practice Manager

Pediatric Podcast: Interprofessional Practice, Leadership, and Advocacy

In honor of SAMSHA’s  Children’s Mental Health Awareness Day this episode of the Pediartic Podcast includes a series of three 10-minute conversations with an OT, parent, and educator to highlight the importance of supporting children’s mental health through participation in everyday occupations, such as learning and play. The interviews are led by AOTA member and pediatric occupational therapist Colleen Cameron Whiting, MS, OTR/L. These interviews highlights children’s mental health as an important feature of strong communities and promotes occupational therapy as a key service provider.

Building Relationships With OT's Partners for Children's Mental Health

Hear why play is a valued occupation.We hope you enjoy our interactive play gallery at the AOTA Specialty Conference - Children &amp; Youth.

Children & Youth Practice Stories: Play is a Valued Occupation

This episode goes over the importance of occupational therapy for children &amp; youth. We hope you enjoy our interactive play gallery at the AOTA Specialty Conference - Children &amp; Youth

Children & Youth Practice Stories: Importance of Occupational Therapy

Hear the practice tips of occupational therapy practitioners. We hope you enjoy our interactive play gallery at the AOTA Specialty Conference - Children &amp; Youth.

Children & Youth Practice Stories: Practice Tips

Hear about the importance of play. We hope you enjoy our interactive play gallery at the AOTA Specialty Conference - Children &amp; Youth.

Children & Youth Practice Stories: Importance of Play

Hear about the importance of membership and certifications. We hope you enjoy our interactive play gallery at the AOTA Specialty Conference - Children &amp; Youth.

Children & Youth Practice Stories: Importance of Membership

More than 79 million backpack-carrying students across the U.S. are settling into new routines – some of which include bringing the same items home each afternoon. Heavy loads in backpacks can cause injuries and chronic low back pain. Students, educators, parents, and health professionals mark National School Backpack Awareness Day annually in September with backpack weigh-ins, check-ups, activities, and events. In this podcast, Karen Jacobs, EdD, OTR/L, CPE, FAOTA, and Jacquelyn M. Sample, DrOT, M.Ed., OTR/L, share their experiences rwith how-to steps on making your activity a success:Weigh-in Event: Grab a scale and AOTA’s weigh-in sheet and record the weights of students’ backpacks. Send home materials to parents on how to select a safe backpacks, and how to wear a backpack. Read AOTA’s Tips for a successful weigh-in event.Skit: Jacobs’ can provide a skit for students to perform based on “The Incredibles.” For this year’s skit, visit www.promotingot.org.School Assembly: Speak with students about the dangers of heavy backpacks, and what can be removed to lighten the load.Math Lesson: Weigh backpacks, talk about what makes them heavy, create bar graphs and dot charts on how much they weighed, find the mean, median and average of the weights.Table of Materials: Share AOTA’s handouts.Write a Blurb for the School NewsletterColoring Contest: Download and distribute AOTA’s OTRex Coloring Sheet.Backpack Giveaway: Coordinate with a local company to donate backpacks to students.Stickers: Download and distribute AOTA’s Backpack Awareness Day stickers.Social Media: Using #BackpackSafety, share tips for safe backpack useLearn more at www.aota.org/backpack

More than 79 million backpack-carrying students across the U.S. are settling into new routines – some of which include bringing the same items home each afternoon. Heavy loads in backpacks can cause injuries and chronic low back pain. Students, educators, parents, and health professionals mark National School Backpack Awareness Day annually in September with backpack weigh-ins, check-ups, activities, and events. In this podcast, Karen Jacobs, EdD, OTR/L, CPE, FAOTA, and Jacquelyn M. Sample, DrOT, M.Ed., OTR/L, share their experiences rwith how-to steps on making your activity a success: Weigh-in Event: Grab a scale and AOTA’s weigh-in sheet and record the weights of students’ backpacks. Send home materials to parents on how to select a safe backpacks, and how to wear a backpack. Read AOTA’s Tips for a successful weigh-in event. Skit: Jacobs’ can provide a skit for students to perform based on “The Incredibles.” For this year’s skit, visit <a href="http://www.promotingot.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.promotingot.org</a>. School Assembly: Speak with students about the dangers of heavy backpacks, and what can be removed to lighten the load. Math Lesson: Weigh backpacks, talk about what makes them heavy, create bar graphs and dot charts on how much they weighed, find the mean, median and average of the weights. Table of Materials: Share AOTA’s handouts. Write a Blurb for the School Newsletter Coloring Contest: Download and distribute AOTA’s OTRex Coloring Sheet. Backpack Giveaway: Coordinate with a local company to donate backpacks to students. Stickers: Download and distribute AOTA’s Backpack Awareness Day stickers. Social Media: Using #BackpackSafety, share tips for safe backpack use Learn more at <a href="http://www.aota.org/backpack" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.aota.org/backpack</a>

Get Involved in AOTA’s National School Backpack Awareness Day: Tips from Two OTs

The best podcast episodes about true crime. For any thrill seeking podcast listeners who just can't get enough of the captivating stories of murderers and criminals. This topic has all the best episodes from many different true crime podcasts.  Add episodes you're interested into your queue below!

Best True Crime Podcasts

The best podcast episodes on global issues affecting everyone. Covering topics such as the #metoo movement, climate change, the impact of technology and some of the biggest global issues facing us right now. For anyone interested in learning more about the world, and some of the issues we're facing, pick an episode below and start listening! Add episodes you're interested into your queue below!