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  • Recreational Therapy workforce: An update
    American Journal of Recreation Therapy, 2019
    Co-Authors: Mary Ann Keogh Hoss, Ctrs, Fache, Fdrt
    Abstract:

    This article explores why there is a decline in the growth rate of Recreational Therapy while there are substantial increases in other Therapy professions and recreation workers. The growth numbers of the Recreational Therapy profession are at a normal growth rate of 7 percent for all occupations according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). The growth rate from the Occupational Handbook for 2010-2011 projected a growth rate of 15 percent. The growth rates for occupational Therapy, “therapists, all others” and recreation workers are higher than Recreational Therapy projected by BLS at 20 percent or higher. Possible considerations as to causes for this change in growth are proposed.

  • The missing Recreational Therapy facilitation technique; sexual health
    American Journal of Recreation Therapy, 2019
    Co-Authors: Jennifer Ann Piatt, Ctrs
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  • Functional independence 6 months to 5 years after traumatic brain injury: Opportunities for Recreational Therapy
    American Journal of Recreation Therapy, 2018
    Co-Authors: Ctrs Donna L. Gregory, Ctrs, Lrt Brent L. Hawkins, Mph Leighton Chan
    Abstract:

    Traumatic brain injury (TBI) can have a lasting and devastating impact on individuals and their families. The effects of TBI are complex and may impair cognitive and psychosocial function. The purpose of this study was to identify impairments 6 months to 5 years after TBI and to recognize opportunities for Recreational Therapy (RT) to address functional needs. Results indicated that psychosocial adjustment and cognitive improvements occurred between 90 and 180 days after injury. However, impairment in several cognitive and psychosocial adjustment subscales persisted 1 to 5 years after injury. Community-based RT interventions focused on cognitive compensatory strategies, environmental adaptation, and social skill development may help individuals experiencing long-term impairments.

  • Regulatory requirements for Recreational Therapy in nursing homes
    American Journal of Recreation Therapy, 2017
    Co-Authors: Dawn De Vries, Dha, Ctrs
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    More Recreational therapists than ever are practicing in long-term care and skilled nursing facilities (SNFs). Despite this increase in Recreational therapists working in SNFs, there continues to be significant confusion about regulatory requirements, as well as practice and coverage issues. This article intends to provide information on regulatory, coverage, and practice issues related to Recreational Therapy in nursing homes.

  • Recreational Therapy services with individuals recovering from spinal cord injury in inpatient rehabilitation: A cost-effectiveness analysis
    American Journal of Recreation Therapy, 2017
    Co-Authors: Lrt Brent L. Hawkins, Ctrs, David P. Loy, Edd Richard S. Williams, Kindal A. Shores, Craig E. Landry, James L. Barrett
    Abstract:

    The purpose of this study was to examine the cost of delivery of inpatient therapeutic services in relation to their influence on change in functional independence (as measured by the Functional Independence Measure [FIM]) of people with spinal cord injuries (SCIs). Participants included adults with SCI (N = 549) who received treatment during inpatient rehabilitation at the study site during a 7-year span. Results from ordinary least squares multiple regression analysis indicated that Recreational Therapy (RT) significantly predicted both total and motor FIM scores, while occupational Therapy (OT) predicted motor FIM change. When costs of service provision and change in motor FIM scores were compared, RT required fewer units of treatment to predict change in motor FIM scores and was less costly per unit than OT. Although not causal, findings provide evidence of the benefits of RT and lend support to the continued use of RT in inpatient rehabilitation programs.

David R. Austin - One of the best experts on this subject based on the ideXlab platform.

  • Launching successful beginnings for early career faculty: Ten tips for new professors of Recreational Therapy
    American Journal of Recreation Therapy, 2019
    Co-Authors: Bryan P. Mccormick, David R. Austin
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    A number of previous authors have identified concerns about a shortage of future PhD graduates to assume Recreational Therapy (RT) faculty positions to educate future Recreational therapists and contribute to the profession’s body of knowledge. While some Recreational therapists have decided to pursue their terminal degrees and assume faculty positions, there is relatively little information to guide those transitioning from graduate student to new faculty member. Drawing upon the experiences of senior faculty reported in the literature as well as our own experiences, this article presents a series of tips to help those Recreational therapists transitioning from practice to strategically navigate the beginning of new faculty careers. These tips cover careers across the spectrum of types of institutions of higher education.

  • Behavioral activation and Recreational Therapy
    American Journal of Recreation Therapy, 2018
    Co-Authors: Bryan P. Mccormick, David R. Austin
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    Behavioral activation (BA) is an evidence-based brief and effective treatment for depression. This article explains BA, its procedures, and its relationship to Recreational Therapy (RT). According to BA theory, depression leads to lives reduced in ability to gain rewards from the environment. BA aims to activate clients to engage in activities that increase rewards, reduce negativity, and improve subjective well-being (SWB). This approach is consistent with RT practice, and expressly identified in Austin’s Health Protection/Health Promotion Model. BA has been shown to be effective in clinical depression programs across age groups, as well as in other diagnoses including post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), anxiety disorder, and substance use disorder. The basic BA orientation of engaging in activity and resumption of a pleasing and meaningful experiences is highly consistent with RT practice, and BA should be a tool in the RT modalities toolbox.

  • The Recreational Therapy faculty shortage: A crisis for the profession
    American Journal of Recreation Therapy, 2017
    Co-Authors: Marieke Van Puymbroeck, David R. Austin
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    A national shortage of doctorally prepared faculty is threatening the health and longevity of the field of Recreational Therapy. As more faculty reach retirement age, there are few new doctorally trained Recreational therapists available to fill this gap. In 2014 alone, more than 15 faculty positions were available, and there was only one new PhD on the market. When existing faculty move to fill these positions, gaps are created in university Recreational Therapy programs across the country. This article reviews how substantial and potentially damaging this shortage is and provides a number of suggestions for addressing the shortage. These suggestions include retaining senior faculty, increasing the number of doctorally prepared Recreational therapists, and recruiting new faculty.

  • The truth about strengths-based practice: Not a new paradigm for Recreational Therapy—But an important one
    American Journal of Recreation Therapy, 2017
    Co-Authors: David R. Austin, Bryan P. Mccormick
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    Although Heyne and Anderson have offered their strengths-based approach as a sea change in the practice of Recreational Therapy, there is compelling evidence that the strengths-based approach has existed within Recreational Therapy for some time. In fact, Recreational therapists should take pride in being among the early adopters of the strengths-based approach. Recreational Therapy’s foundation in humanistic psychology, and subsequently in positive psychology, has always provided an orientation to practice in which therapists were encouraged to focus on client strengths and resources. In addition, the authors argue that Heyne and Anderson’s exclusive focus on strengths, to the neglect of client problems and concerns, does not represent the entire spectrum served by Recreational therapists. Further, Heyne and Anderson have inaccurately characterized Recreational therapists as following a medical model, which emphasizes only client problems or health conditions. Further, they erroneously portray Recreational therapists as exerting dominance over clients. This representation is simply not in keeping with practices in Recreational Therapy. The authors suggest that Heyne and Anderson should be applauded for bringing attention to the importance of Recreational therapists focusing on using a strengths-based approach to assist clients to move toward the achievement of optimal functioning and well-being. In doing so, however, they have failed to acknowledge that Recreational therapists work along the full range of human functioning that includes helping clients to alleviate problems at one end of the spectrum to the promotion of optimal functioning at the other end. The roles of alleviating client health problems and issues and the promoting of optimal functioning are dual roles that Recreational therapists do and should take.

  • therapeutic recreation processes and techniques evidenced based Recreational Therapy
    2013
    Co-Authors: David R. Austin
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    Basic Concepts Theories & Therapies Facilitation Techniques The Recreational Therapy Process Helping Others Communication Skills Being A Leader Specific Leadership Tasks & Concerns Clinical Supervision Health & Safety Considerations.

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  • Recreational Therapy competencies part i the atra delphi study
    Therapeutic recreation journal, 2020
    Co-Authors: Heather R. Porter, Brent L. Hawkins, Betsy Kemeny
    Abstract:

    Based on expert consensus of 67 RT experts through the ATRA Delphi Study, a list of specific diagnostic populations served, interventions/modalities, techniques, standardized assessment tools, theories, education/training/ counseling topics utilized, and on-the-horizon treatment and issues were identified. This manuscript provides an overview of the study and its findings. The content from the ATRA Delphi Study was utilized to create the ATRA Competencies Study that was disseminated internationally to determine the extent that each item is currently served/utilized in practice, the extent of self-perceived knowledge and skills of each item, and the extent of interest in gaining more knowledge and skills related to each item. An overview of the ATRA Competencies Study and the findings are shared in a separate article. Subscribe to TRJ

  • Recreational Therapy competencies part 2 findings from the atra competencies study
    Therapeutic recreation journal, 2020
    Co-Authors: Brent L. Hawkins, Betsy Kemeny, Heather R. Porter
    Abstract:

    The American Therapeutic Recreation Association’s (ATRA) Competencies Study was the final phase of a two-part, multi-year study to better understand the competencies of Recreational Therapists (RTs) across treatment settings and service sectors. One thousand, three hundred and seventy seven RTs were assessed on 747 items within seven areas of RT practice identified in ATRA’s Delphi Study. Each RT rated the extent that each item is being treated, utilized, or provided in their RT practice, their perceived knowledge and skills in relation to the items, and if they were interested in gaining more knowledge related to each item. Results are reported regarding areas of RT practice that were highly, moderately, and lowly rated to further capture the scope of practice of RT as well as identify areas of strength and opportunity to bolster RT practice. Opportunities within the profession to apply these findings are discussed. Subscribe to TRJ

  • Use of Evidence-Based Practices in Recreational Therapy for Schizophrenia Spectrum Disorder Recovery: A Descriptive Study of Current Practices
    Therapeutic Recreation Journal, 2020
    Co-Authors: Natalie Montoya, Brent L. Hawkins, Jasmine Townsend, Stephen A. Lewis
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    Schizophrenia spectrum disorder (SSD) represents a group of complex and chronic psychotic disorders affecting approximately 10.7% of the global population. Even though there is no cure for SSD, most symptoms can improve with active treatment. Effective interventions include pharmaceuticals and psychosocial treatments such as Recreational Therapy (RT). RT can provide effective and efficient care to individuals with SSD by grounding interventions in evidence-based practices indicated in the Mental Health Recovery Model (MHRM), as well as utilizing recommendations by the Schizophrenia Patient Outcome Research Team (PORT). A cross-sectional survey was used to identify awareness and utilization of MHRM principles and PORT recommendations in RT services for individuals with SSD. Data from 126 surveys completed by Recreational therapists who currently or have previously provided treatment for individuals with SSD indicated discrepancies in awareness and utilization of MHRM principles and PORT recommendations. Implications for RT practice are discussed. Subscribe to TRJ

  • Understanding Administrators’ Perceptions of Recreational Therapy in Long-Term Care
    Therapeutic Recreation Journal, 2019
    Co-Authors: Tarah Loy, Brent L. Hawkins, Jasmine Townsend
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    Although research continues to suggest that Recreational Therapy benefits elderly residents in long-term care (Buettner & Fitzsimmons, 2011; Fitzsimmons, Sardina, & Buettner, 2014; Kolanowski, Fick, Frazer, & Penrod, 2010; Seitz et al., 2012), administrators often remain unfamiliar with the profession and the abilities of the Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) (Bedini & White, 2018; Harkins & Bedini, 2013). Through the use of semi-structured interviews, this qualitative study sought New England administrators’ perceptions of Recreational Therapy in the long-term care (LTC) industry. Thematic analysis of the data indicated three overarching themes: financial support, facility culture, and knowledge of Recreational Therapy. These three themes are suggested to influence administrators’ decisions to utilize Recreational Therapy (RT) in their facilities. Recommendations for the profession include administrator education on the benefits of Recreational Therapy; continuing with evidence-based research to advocate for the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) coverage; and creating a facility culture through family, resident, and staff education where RT is considered a necessity in LTC. Subscribe to TRJ

  • nature based Recreational Therapy for military service members a strengths approach
    Therapeutic recreation journal, 2016
    Co-Authors: Brent L. Hawkins, Jasmine Townsend, Barry A Garst
    Abstract:

    Nature-based interventions have long been used as a strengths-based approach to aid in positive human development. The use of these interventions is underpinned by a strong knowledge base; however, little information exists with regard to the use of nature-based recreation Therapy (RT) interventions as a strengths-based approach for working with military service members. This article provides an overview of typical treatment options for injured service members, explores the theoretical and conceptual foundations surrounding nature-based programming, reviews existing research literature on the use of nature with veterans, and offers a conceptual model for nature-based RT interventions for military service members. Recommendations and implications for practice and research are discussed.

Heather R. Porter - One of the best experts on this subject based on the ideXlab platform.

  • Recreational Therapy competencies part 2 findings from the atra competencies study
    Therapeutic recreation journal, 2020
    Co-Authors: Brent L. Hawkins, Betsy Kemeny, Heather R. Porter
    Abstract:

    The American Therapeutic Recreation Association’s (ATRA) Competencies Study was the final phase of a two-part, multi-year study to better understand the competencies of Recreational Therapists (RTs) across treatment settings and service sectors. One thousand, three hundred and seventy seven RTs were assessed on 747 items within seven areas of RT practice identified in ATRA’s Delphi Study. Each RT rated the extent that each item is being treated, utilized, or provided in their RT practice, their perceived knowledge and skills in relation to the items, and if they were interested in gaining more knowledge related to each item. Results are reported regarding areas of RT practice that were highly, moderately, and lowly rated to further capture the scope of practice of RT as well as identify areas of strength and opportunity to bolster RT practice. Opportunities within the profession to apply these findings are discussed. Subscribe to TRJ

  • Recreational Therapy competencies part i the atra delphi study
    Therapeutic recreation journal, 2020
    Co-Authors: Heather R. Porter, Brent L. Hawkins, Betsy Kemeny
    Abstract:

    Based on expert consensus of 67 RT experts through the ATRA Delphi Study, a list of specific diagnostic populations served, interventions/modalities, techniques, standardized assessment tools, theories, education/training/ counseling topics utilized, and on-the-horizon treatment and issues were identified. This manuscript provides an overview of the study and its findings. The content from the ATRA Delphi Study was utilized to create the ATRA Competencies Study that was disseminated internationally to determine the extent that each item is currently served/utilized in practice, the extent of self-perceived knowledge and skills of each item, and the extent of interest in gaining more knowledge and skills related to each item. An overview of the ATRA Competencies Study and the findings are shared in a separate article. Subscribe to TRJ

  • RT Wise Owls: A Recreational Therapy Website for Evidence-Based Practice Resources and Tools
    Therapeutic recreation journal, 2014
    Co-Authors: Heather R. Porter
    Abstract:

    The “RT Wise Owls” website (www.rtwiseowls.com), established in 2013 by the Therapeutic Recreation (TR) program at Temple University, was initiated to publicly share Recreational Therapy (RT) research/synthesis projects developed by students under faculty mentorship, with the goal of strengthening access to, and use of, Evidence-Based Practice (EBP) within RT practice. Since its inception, the site has grown exponentially to address the needs of the profession and is now one of the most frequently visited RT information sites. Within the past year, the site has received over 11,000 visits from 31 different countries and the number of hits per day has more than doubled over the past year.