Recruiting Occupational Therapists for a 15 Minute Online Survey
We are interested in YOUR thoughts and experiences regarding the use of
psychological strategies in Occupational Therapy practice with clients living
with Parkinson’s disease.
The progressive nature of Parkinson’s disease has a profound impact on an
individual’s ability to carry out self-care and activities of daily living, and presents
affected individuals with various bio-psychosocial challenges.
Research suggests that psychological strategies can assist with movement and
psychosocial challenges that are commonly associated with Parkinson’s disease,
and Occupational Therapists may be well positioned to effectively deliver these
strategies. However minimal research has examined the thoughts and experiences of
Occupational Therapists towards the use of psychological strategies in practice with
Parkinson’s clients.
This survey examines the perceived knowledge, attitudes, behaviours, and barriers
of Occupational Therapists regarding the use of psychological strategies in their
practice with clients living with Parkinson’s disease (HREC number S/17/1017).
Findings from this project should help to identify where further training or resources
may be required, in order to effectively equip Occupational Therapists with skills to
competently utilise psychological strategies with clients living with Parkinson’s
disease, subsequently enhancing the rehabilitation process and quality of life of
these clients.
What are we asking for?
We’re asking you to please complete an anonymous online survey that takes less
than 15 minutes. More details are provided at the start of the survey.
If you would like further information please feel free to contact us at
[email protected]/[email protected]
Please feel free to forward this email and link to any contacts or web pages you feel
would be appropriate.
To complete the survey, please go to:
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/otparkinsons
Thank you, Dr Geoff Lovell, Dr John Parker, Christina Driver and Ashleigh Coleman,
University of the Sunshine Coast.