2017 AOTA Conference
Molly Hamre & Katelynn Dorrance
Title: Feeding Interventions for Children with Developmental Disabilities: A Systematic Review
Time: 4/1/2017 12:15 – 2:15 PM
Synopsis: The review synthesized literature of the efficacy of feeding interventions for children with developmental disabilities. Professionals should be aware of the limited evidence and urgent need for development of feeding interventions for children with developmental disabilities.
Colleen Althoff, Sarah Hope, Caitlin Dammann
Title: Parent-Mediated Interventions With Children With Autism Spectrum Disorders: A Systematic Review” at AOTA on
Time: 3/30/17 1:00 – 3:00 PM
Synopsis: A systematic review was conducted to evaluate the efficacy of parent-mediated interventions for children with autism in occupational performance areas. Findings support improvement in social communication and symptom severity, with emerging support for feeding, play, independence, and behavior.
Caitlin Dammann
Title: Cross-Species Comparison of Development in the Marmoset and Human Child: Pivotal Milestones and Implications for Management of Chronic Conditions
Time: 3/30/30 1:00-3:00 PM
Synopsis: A cross-species comparison was conducted between typical development of the common marmoset and typical development of the human child. Information obtained from this comparison can be used to understand potential early developmental markers of disease and to prevent and manage chronic conditions.
April LeGrave, Kristen Bochenek, Karla Ausderau
Title: Stress Reduction Interventions for Pregnant Women: A Scoping Review
Time: Saturday, April 1, 2017, 4:00 PM – Saturday, April 1, 2017, 5:30 PM
Synopsis: A scoping review was conducted to describe types of stress reduction interventions available for pregnant women. Although emerging evidence exists, more rigorous research is essential to evaluate the effectiveness of various stress reduction interventions, especially for high-risk populations.
