Changes in participation patterns of youth with physical disabilities following the Pathways and Resources for Engagement and Participation intervention: A time-geography approach.
Scand J Occup Ther
; 27(5): 364-372, 2020 Jul.
Article
em En
| MEDLINE
| ID: mdl-30661444
ABSTRACT
Background:
The PREP (Pathways and Resources for Engagement and Participation), an innovative 12-week occupational therapy intervention that focuses on changing the environment, was found effective in improving the participation of youth in specific chosen community-based activities.Objective:
To complement existing evidence, this study explored changes in overall participation patterns of youth with physical disabilities following the PREP intervention.Methods:
Guided by time-geography approach, 13 youth aged 12-17 completed a 24-hr diary using the Aday app during one typical weekday and another day during the weekend, pre- and post-intervention. Data of 50 diaries were plotted and analyzed using the VISUALTimePAcTS program.Results:
Following the PREP, youth were engaged in less digital media and more in study-related activities. Number of occurrences and time spent doing activities with friends were greater post-intervention, whereas time spent doing activities at home was quite similar, particularly during the weekdays. During the weekends, however, youth spent slightly less time at home.Conclusions andsignificance:
Findings provide preliminary support for the effectiveness of the PREP, extending beyond the accomplishment of specific targeted activities towards a change in the overall daily patterns of youth. Such knowledge can redirect occupational therapists' attention to environment-focused interventions involving real-life experiences.Palavras-chave
Texto completo:
1
Base de dados:
MEDLINE
Assunto principal:
Participação do Paciente
/
Terapia Comportamental
/
Crianças com Deficiência
/
Internet
/
Telerreabilitação
Idioma:
En
Ano de publicação:
2020
Tipo de documento:
Article