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14/02/20
New webinar: Positive Psychology and Occupational Therapy
'Positive Psychology and Occupational Therapy: A Winning Combination for Improved Outcomes.' An insightful and information-rich new OT Webinar, hosted by Occupational Therapist Lynn Festa OTR CHT CDWF. Available now, exclusively to our Plus+ Members.
01/01/20
The role of Pelvic Floor Muscle Training in Women's Health OT
The Journal Club (Jan/Feb 2020): 'As the woman’s body recovers physically and emotionally from birthing, it is easy to overlook the ADL of sex amongst the larger changes in the woman’s life, which usually include an identity shift to being a mother, loss of previous occupations... new occupations... and changes in social support systems.' Read the article and analysis and then add comments, to contribute towards your CPD!
12/12/19
Upgraded: Occupational Therapy Conversations
Enhance learning and widen your OT perspective, via professional forums developed around the world. Your Community Forum is now home to an enlarged 17 free-to-access categories. Log in, to read, join or start an occupational therapy conversation!
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