Mental Health, Health and Wellness Articles

Health And Wellness Assessment In Older Adults

Victoria Gazzillo, OTD, OTR/L

August 19, 2025

This course will introduce participants to the eight dimensions of health and wellness for application among various populations and settings. This course will review the integration of assessment too... Read More

Assessment Series Gerontology and Aging Mental Health, Health and Wellness

Therapeutic Use Of Pilates For Improved Functional Participation

Tina Dimopoulos, OTD, OTR/L, CHT, STOTT PILATES® Certified Instructor for Mat and Reformer

August 12, 2025

This course will explore how to integrate Pilates-based techniques as an adjunct to traditional occupational therapy interventions. Participants will learn how Pilates-based rehabilitation approaches... Read More

Acute Care, Community and Home Health Mental Health, Health and Wellness Neurological and Physical Disabilities

The Growing Mental Health Needs Of School-Aged Children

Moni Keen, OTD, OTR/L

August 4, 2025

This course will investigate updated statistics regarding the rates of depression and anxiety in school-aged children. Additionally, this course will delve into other areas of mental health that conti... Read More

Early Intervention and School-Based Mental Health, Health and Wellness Pediatrics

Occupational Therapy's Role In Sustainability

Magan Gramling, OTR/L, CLT, CTP, CFNIP

July 28, 2025

This webinar will provide occupational therapy practitioners with the knowledge, motivation, and practical skills to feel confident in incorporating sustainable occupations into their personal and pro... Read More

Acute Care, Community and Home Health Mental Health, Health and Wellness

From Overwhelm To Ease: OT Strategies For Anxiety Management

Zara Dureno, MOT

July 15, 2025

The neuroscience and biological mechanisms of anxiety will be examined through an occupational therapy lens, providing a deeper understanding of how dysregulation impacts function will be explored wit... Read More

Acute Care, Community and Home Health Gerontology and Aging Mental Health, Health and Wellness Pediatrics

Assessments In Mental Health

Olivia Petrucci, MS, OTR/L

June 23, 2025

This course reviews different evidence-based assessments used in adult mental health practice, including the ACLS, KELS, Barthel Index, and the Modified Interest Checklist. Participants will learn to... Read More

Acute Care, Community and Home Health Assessment Series Mental Health, Health and Wellness

When Autism And Other Mental Disorders Converge: Recognizing And Responding

Debora Davidson, PhD, OTR/L

May 21, 2025

People who have autism spectrum disorder can also have co-occurring mental disorders that cause functional difficulties and distress when left unaddressed. Healthcare providers are positioned to scree... Read More

Gerontology and Aging Mental Health, Health and Wellness Pediatrics

Mental Health In Aging Individuals With Intellectual And Developmental Disabilities: Insights And Strategies

Christina Marsack-Topolewski, PhD, LMSW

May 19, 2025

Many adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disability (IDD) have an increased propensity to experience mental health conditions, such as anxiety, depression, and/or obsessive-compulsive disorder.... Read More

Acute Care, Community and Home Health Cognition and Executive Function Gerontology and Aging Mental Health, Health and Wellness Pediatrics

Let’s Not Overlook Mood Disorders In Our Youth Population

Tere Bowen-Irish, OTR/L

March 3, 2025

The diagnoses of mood disorders, especially bipolar disorder, can be overlooked. Many students end up with the diagnosis of Oppositional Defiant Disorder attached to a comorbid diagnosis such as Autis... Read More

Early Intervention and School-Based Mental Health, Health and Wellness Pediatrics

Proactive Well-Being Strategies For Healthcare Professionals

Christina Marsack-Topolewski, PhD, LMSW

January 29, 2025

Clinicians and healthcare professionals provide tremendous support to patients and clients. However, the often ongoing roles, responsibilities, and demands common in these professions can result in bu... Read More

Acute Care, Community and Home Health Mental Health, Health and Wellness Professional Issues

Implementing The Cognitive Behavioral Frame Of Reference In Outpatient Care For Youth With Mental Health Conditions

Monica Jones, OTD, OTR/L, PMH-C

January 2, 2025

Billing, documentation, intervention, and treatment for youth clients living with a mental health condition adversely affecting daily occupations in the outpatient clinic setting will be discussed in... Read More

Acute Care, Community and Home Health Mental Health, Health and Wellness Pediatrics

Postpartum Path To Well-Being And Longevity: Postnatal Pelvic Health Virtual Conference

Laura Rowan, OT/L

November 22, 2024

Embracing postpartum longevity for integrating long-term well-being and highlighting the ongoing journey of motherhood. Join us for a discussion that explores physical and emotional recovery, redefini... Read More