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Children's perceptions of the impact of development coordination disorder on activities of daily living
- Authors:
- DUNFORD Carolyn, et al
- Journal article citation:
- British Journal of Occupational Therapy, 68(5), May 2005, pp.207-214.
- Publisher:
- Sage
Children's perceptions of the impact of developmental coordination disorder (DCD) have a motor impairment that affects their ability to perform everyday tasks. This article focuses on a study that used a child-focused approach on 5-10 year olds to understand children's views of the impact of DCD on the activities that they perform daily. Whilst parents and teachers conveyed their views, the children expressed addtional concerns about their ability to perform daily self-care tasks and leisure activities, which were rarely recognised by adults.
A critical appraisal of how occupational therapists can enable participation in adaptive physical activity for children and young people
- Authors:
- SHARP Naomi, DUNFORD Carolyn, SEDDON Lyndsey
- Journal article citation:
- British Journal of Occupational Therapy, 75(11), November 2012, pp.486-494.
- Publisher:
- Sage
This literature review researched adaptive physical activity (APA) for people with physical disabilities. It examined barriers to participation, potential solutions, and the role of occupational therapists in enabling participation. A systemic literature search identified eleven key articles. Each paper was critically analysed using the Critical Appraisal Skills Programme tool. The information was summarised and reviewed using an iterative approach to identify themes. Two key themes emerged. The first encompassed barriers to participation, lack of role models, family attitudes and transportation. The second identified potential solutions through integrating APA into health care interventions. The authors conclude that participation in APA improves physical, social and psychological skills, which in turn impacts on other occupations. They believe there is a role for occupational therapists in helping children with disabilities to start participating in APA. Key to this are occupational therapists’ core skills of assessment, collaboration, engagement, adaptation, education and advocacy.