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Research paper thumbnail of The Impact of Chemotherapy and Radiotherapy for Breast Cancer on Cognition and Functional Performance: A Comparative Analysis of Survey Data Taken at Three Time Points Post-Treatment

U01AR052186). The contents of this proposal uses data developed under PROMIS. These contents do n... more U01AR052186). The contents of this proposal uses data developed under PROMIS. These contents do not necessarily represent an endorsement by the US Federal Government or PROMIS. See www.nihpromis.org for additional information on the PROMIS initiative. REDCAP TM was supported by CTSA award No. UL1TR000058 from the National Center for Advancing Translational Sciences. Its contents are solely the responsibility of the authors and do not necessarily represent official views of the National Center for Advancing Translational Sciences or the National Institutes of Health. vi Table of Contents List of Tables .

Research paper thumbnail of Men’s Lived Experiences of Breast Cancer and Changes in Occupation

Occupational Therapy International

Introduction. Male breast cancer is rare and frequently diagnosed at later stages of disease with... more Introduction. Male breast cancer is rare and frequently diagnosed at later stages of disease with low survival rates. There is a lack of knowledge of how breast cancer impacts men’s occupations. Objectives. This study is aimed at understanding the lived experiences of men with breast cancer and their changes in occupation. Methodology. Twenty-four men with breast cancer participated in semistructured phone interviews. Data was open-coded and analyzed for themes. Findings. The six major themes are as follows: (1) death as a reality, (2) unique personal insights, (3) social environment, (4) interactions with the healthcare system, (5) decreased engagement in occupations, and (6) finding meaning in new occupations. Conclusion. The healthcare team can improve the patient experience by discussing and responding to the client’s experience throughout the diagnosis, intervention, and survival continuum. The scope of occupational therapy is well suited to address the needs of men with breast...

Research paper thumbnail of Lived Experiences of Men With Breast Cancer and the Impact on Occupations: An Interpretive Phenomenological Study

The American Journal of Occupational Therapy

Date Presented 04/02/2022 This qualitative study describes the lived experiences of 24 men with b... more Date Presented 04/02/2022 This qualitative study describes the lived experiences of 24 men with breast cancer through interpretive phenomenological analysis. Men face unique challenges and lifestyle changes related to the diagnosis. Key themes affecting occupational performance were identified: living as a man with a ‘woman’s disease,’ promoting awareness through advocacy, altered self-image and perceptions by others, support systems, constant comparison to women, and barriers to health care. Primary Author and Speaker: Ann Potter Additional Authors and Speakers: Kelsey Mieczkowski, Jacob Meyers, Sogand Bashi Ardestani, Kaitlin Maguire Contributing Authors: Lindsay Crue, Breanne Bentz, Stephanie Leiby

Research paper thumbnail of Improving Inclusion and Participation in School Trips Through Parental Perceptions and Experiences of Their Children With Disabilities

The American Journal of Occupational Therapy

Date Presented 04/01/2022 School trips present challenges for the inclusion and participation of ... more Date Presented 04/01/2022 School trips present challenges for the inclusion and participation of students with disabilities. School trips provide expanded learning opportunities and real-world learning experiences. This research presentation will provide an overview of the challenges, barriers, supports, and strategies reported by parents of children with disabilities in qualitative interviews. OTs, as part of the interdisciplinary team, can facilitate increased school trip participation and inclusion. Primary Author and Speaker: Ann Potter Contributing Authors: Kimberly D. Wynarczuk, Laurie D. Kahn, Eric Sanders, Brenna M. Curley, Lauren Kresge, Corinne Jean-Louis

Research paper thumbnail of Anxiety, Grit, and Academic Performance of OT Graduate Students During the COVID-19 Pandemic

The American Journal of Occupational Therapy

Date Presented 04/01/2022 The purpose of this research was to determine whether grit and anxiety ... more Date Presented 04/01/2022 The purpose of this research was to determine whether grit and anxiety are related to the academic performance of OT graduate students during the cross-sectional period of seismic change in higher education due to the emerging coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic. The expected contribution of this study includes how the prevalence of grit and anxiety during the COVID-19 pandemic affects academic performance in a predominately virtual learning environment. Primary Author and Speaker: Ann Potter Additional Authors and Speakers: Cara Crawford, Brooke Gasper, Amanda Rowlands, Rachel Saquing

Research paper thumbnail of Parental Perspectives on Social Health and Family Relationships of Children With Cancer: An Exploratory Study

The American Journal of Occupational Therapy

Date Presented 03/31/2022 This study provides an overview of the cancer symptoms measured by the ... more Date Presented 03/31/2022 This study provides an overview of the cancer symptoms measured by the Patient-Reported Outcomes Measure (PROMIS) Parent Proxy-25 and how they affect social health. By addressing factors of depression, fatigue, mobility, and social participation, therapists can provide more effective therapy and ensure quality service delivery to promote occupational participation throughout the cancer care continuum. Primary Author and Speaker: Ann Potter Additional Authors and Speakers: Bryna Pheiffer, Kaitlyn Hess, Michael M. Rossi, Taylor Umar

Research paper thumbnail of The impact of chemotherapy and radiotherapy for breast cancer on cognition and functional performance

The Breast, 2018

U01AR052186). The contents of this proposal uses data developed under PROMIS. These contents do n... more U01AR052186). The contents of this proposal uses data developed under PROMIS. These contents do not necessarily represent an endorsement by the US Federal Government or PROMIS. See www.nihpromis.org for additional information on the PROMIS initiative. REDCAP TM was supported by CTSA award No. UL1TR000058 from the National Center for Advancing Translational Sciences. Its contents are solely the responsibility of the authors and do not necessarily represent official views of the National Center for Advancing Translational Sciences or the National Institutes of Health. vi Table of Contents List of Tables .

Research paper thumbnail of (ADED) Occupation-Based Coaching for Commercial Truck Drivers: A Pilot Study

American Journal of Occupational Therapy, 2018

Date Presented 4/21/2018 This pilot study tested the effectiveness of an occupation-based, over-t... more Date Presented 4/21/2018 This pilot study tested the effectiveness of an occupation-based, over-the-phone coaching program for commercial truck drivers to improve overall health and life on the road. This is a new area of practice for occupational therapy with an underserved population. Primary Author and Speaker: Ann Marie Potter Additional Authors and Speakers: Jaime Deisher, Emily Good, Rachel Sassaman

Research paper thumbnail of PO105 Changes in Activities and Participation Resulting in Disability Associated with Metastatic Breast Cancer

The Breast, 2013

s / The Breast 22 S3 (2013) S19–S63 S55 short and intensive advanced educational training period,... more s / The Breast 22 S3 (2013) S19–S63 S55 short and intensive advanced educational training period, by experts of palliative medicine, shows an immense improvement of the participants’ skills in palliative treatment. Therefore, the pilot scheme establishes the basis to transfer this dynamic training of palliative medicine on other oncological areas of the CCC. Clinical Issues: Other

Research paper thumbnail of A Feasibility Study of Two Cognitive Training Programs for Urban Community-Dwelling Older Adults

Journal of Ageing and Longevity

Cognitive training approaches are promising to manage the effects of normal cognitive decline for... more Cognitive training approaches are promising to manage the effects of normal cognitive decline for the aging adult, especially with the development and integration of computerized cognitive training. Supportive community models for older adults, such as senior centers, may provide engagement opportunities for occupation-based cognitive training programming. Fourteen older adults (n = 13 Black) from an urban older adult community center participated. This feasibility trial used a two-group, pretest-posttest design to examine differences between an occupation-based computerized cognitive training (CCT) program (n = 7) and a traditional cognitive training (TCT) program (n = 7), as assessed by participants’ perceptions of the perceived benefits, tolerance of time of sessions, and on executive functioning measures. There were no significant differences in the tolerance of time of sessions (p = 0.81) between CCT (average session time = 43.64 min) and TCT (average session time = 44.27 min)....

Research paper thumbnail of The Impact of Chemotherapy and Radiotherapy for Breast Cancer on Cognition and Functional Performance: A Comparative Analysis of Survey Data Taken at Three Time Points Post-Treatment

U01AR052186). The contents of this proposal uses data developed under PROMIS. These contents do n... more U01AR052186). The contents of this proposal uses data developed under PROMIS. These contents do not necessarily represent an endorsement by the US Federal Government or PROMIS. See www.nihpromis.org for additional information on the PROMIS initiative. REDCAP TM was supported by CTSA award No. UL1TR000058 from the National Center for Advancing Translational Sciences. Its contents are solely the responsibility of the authors and do not necessarily represent official views of the National Center for Advancing Translational Sciences or the National Institutes of Health. vi Table of Contents List of Tables .

Research paper thumbnail of Men’s Lived Experiences of Breast Cancer and Changes in Occupation

Occupational Therapy International

Introduction. Male breast cancer is rare and frequently diagnosed at later stages of disease with... more Introduction. Male breast cancer is rare and frequently diagnosed at later stages of disease with low survival rates. There is a lack of knowledge of how breast cancer impacts men’s occupations. Objectives. This study is aimed at understanding the lived experiences of men with breast cancer and their changes in occupation. Methodology. Twenty-four men with breast cancer participated in semistructured phone interviews. Data was open-coded and analyzed for themes. Findings. The six major themes are as follows: (1) death as a reality, (2) unique personal insights, (3) social environment, (4) interactions with the healthcare system, (5) decreased engagement in occupations, and (6) finding meaning in new occupations. Conclusion. The healthcare team can improve the patient experience by discussing and responding to the client’s experience throughout the diagnosis, intervention, and survival continuum. The scope of occupational therapy is well suited to address the needs of men with breast...

Research paper thumbnail of Lived Experiences of Men With Breast Cancer and the Impact on Occupations: An Interpretive Phenomenological Study

The American Journal of Occupational Therapy

Date Presented 04/02/2022 This qualitative study describes the lived experiences of 24 men with b... more Date Presented 04/02/2022 This qualitative study describes the lived experiences of 24 men with breast cancer through interpretive phenomenological analysis. Men face unique challenges and lifestyle changes related to the diagnosis. Key themes affecting occupational performance were identified: living as a man with a ‘woman’s disease,’ promoting awareness through advocacy, altered self-image and perceptions by others, support systems, constant comparison to women, and barriers to health care. Primary Author and Speaker: Ann Potter Additional Authors and Speakers: Kelsey Mieczkowski, Jacob Meyers, Sogand Bashi Ardestani, Kaitlin Maguire Contributing Authors: Lindsay Crue, Breanne Bentz, Stephanie Leiby

Research paper thumbnail of Improving Inclusion and Participation in School Trips Through Parental Perceptions and Experiences of Their Children With Disabilities

The American Journal of Occupational Therapy

Date Presented 04/01/2022 School trips present challenges for the inclusion and participation of ... more Date Presented 04/01/2022 School trips present challenges for the inclusion and participation of students with disabilities. School trips provide expanded learning opportunities and real-world learning experiences. This research presentation will provide an overview of the challenges, barriers, supports, and strategies reported by parents of children with disabilities in qualitative interviews. OTs, as part of the interdisciplinary team, can facilitate increased school trip participation and inclusion. Primary Author and Speaker: Ann Potter Contributing Authors: Kimberly D. Wynarczuk, Laurie D. Kahn, Eric Sanders, Brenna M. Curley, Lauren Kresge, Corinne Jean-Louis

Research paper thumbnail of Anxiety, Grit, and Academic Performance of OT Graduate Students During the COVID-19 Pandemic

The American Journal of Occupational Therapy

Date Presented 04/01/2022 The purpose of this research was to determine whether grit and anxiety ... more Date Presented 04/01/2022 The purpose of this research was to determine whether grit and anxiety are related to the academic performance of OT graduate students during the cross-sectional period of seismic change in higher education due to the emerging coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic. The expected contribution of this study includes how the prevalence of grit and anxiety during the COVID-19 pandemic affects academic performance in a predominately virtual learning environment. Primary Author and Speaker: Ann Potter Additional Authors and Speakers: Cara Crawford, Brooke Gasper, Amanda Rowlands, Rachel Saquing

Research paper thumbnail of Parental Perspectives on Social Health and Family Relationships of Children With Cancer: An Exploratory Study

The American Journal of Occupational Therapy

Date Presented 03/31/2022 This study provides an overview of the cancer symptoms measured by the ... more Date Presented 03/31/2022 This study provides an overview of the cancer symptoms measured by the Patient-Reported Outcomes Measure (PROMIS) Parent Proxy-25 and how they affect social health. By addressing factors of depression, fatigue, mobility, and social participation, therapists can provide more effective therapy and ensure quality service delivery to promote occupational participation throughout the cancer care continuum. Primary Author and Speaker: Ann Potter Additional Authors and Speakers: Bryna Pheiffer, Kaitlyn Hess, Michael M. Rossi, Taylor Umar

Research paper thumbnail of The impact of chemotherapy and radiotherapy for breast cancer on cognition and functional performance

The Breast, 2018

U01AR052186). The contents of this proposal uses data developed under PROMIS. These contents do n... more U01AR052186). The contents of this proposal uses data developed under PROMIS. These contents do not necessarily represent an endorsement by the US Federal Government or PROMIS. See www.nihpromis.org for additional information on the PROMIS initiative. REDCAP TM was supported by CTSA award No. UL1TR000058 from the National Center for Advancing Translational Sciences. Its contents are solely the responsibility of the authors and do not necessarily represent official views of the National Center for Advancing Translational Sciences or the National Institutes of Health. vi Table of Contents List of Tables .

Research paper thumbnail of (ADED) Occupation-Based Coaching for Commercial Truck Drivers: A Pilot Study

American Journal of Occupational Therapy, 2018

Date Presented 4/21/2018 This pilot study tested the effectiveness of an occupation-based, over-t... more Date Presented 4/21/2018 This pilot study tested the effectiveness of an occupation-based, over-the-phone coaching program for commercial truck drivers to improve overall health and life on the road. This is a new area of practice for occupational therapy with an underserved population. Primary Author and Speaker: Ann Marie Potter Additional Authors and Speakers: Jaime Deisher, Emily Good, Rachel Sassaman

Research paper thumbnail of PO105 Changes in Activities and Participation Resulting in Disability Associated with Metastatic Breast Cancer

The Breast, 2013

s / The Breast 22 S3 (2013) S19–S63 S55 short and intensive advanced educational training period,... more s / The Breast 22 S3 (2013) S19–S63 S55 short and intensive advanced educational training period, by experts of palliative medicine, shows an immense improvement of the participants’ skills in palliative treatment. Therefore, the pilot scheme establishes the basis to transfer this dynamic training of palliative medicine on other oncological areas of the CCC. Clinical Issues: Other

Research paper thumbnail of A Feasibility Study of Two Cognitive Training Programs for Urban Community-Dwelling Older Adults

Journal of Ageing and Longevity

Cognitive training approaches are promising to manage the effects of normal cognitive decline for... more Cognitive training approaches are promising to manage the effects of normal cognitive decline for the aging adult, especially with the development and integration of computerized cognitive training. Supportive community models for older adults, such as senior centers, may provide engagement opportunities for occupation-based cognitive training programming. Fourteen older adults (n = 13 Black) from an urban older adult community center participated. This feasibility trial used a two-group, pretest-posttest design to examine differences between an occupation-based computerized cognitive training (CCT) program (n = 7) and a traditional cognitive training (TCT) program (n = 7), as assessed by participants’ perceptions of the perceived benefits, tolerance of time of sessions, and on executive functioning measures. There were no significant differences in the tolerance of time of sessions (p = 0.81) between CCT (average session time = 43.64 min) and TCT (average session time = 44.27 min)....