Do We Listen to Children’s Voices in Physical and Occupational Therapy? A Scoping Review

Curtis, Derek John; Weber, Lene; Smidt, Kristine Berggren; Nørgaard, Birgitte

doi:10.1080/01942638.2021.2009616

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“…Our study results showed that the GIFT-Online is an acceptable procedure affording children and parents a high level of satisfaction. This study is unique, as it integrated feedback from children of particularly young ages (Curtis et al, 2022). As discussed elsewhere, patients’ acceptance of the technology constellation being used in telehealth procedures plays an important role in its success (Krasovsky et al, 2021; Luxton et al, 2014; Poder et al, 2015; Woo & Dowding, 2018).…”

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Video-Conference-Based Graphomotor Examination for Children: A Validation Study

Sinvani

Gilboa

2023

OTJR: Occupational Therapy Journal of Research

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Background: Telehealth can assist with providing accessible pediatric occupational therapy services. Objectives: This study aimed to investigate the acceptability, inter-rater reliability, and concurrent validity of the Gilboa Functional Test (GIFT) as a video-conference-based graphomotor examination for children (GIFT-Online). Methodology: A community-based sample of 157 children aged 3 to 7 years was screened using the GIFT-Online. Findings: Inter-rater reliability was excellent ( r = 0.97; p < .001; n = 40). In addition, significant correlations were found between the total GIFT-Online scores and the Developmental Coordination Disorder Questionnaire 2007 (DCDQ’07), the Little DCDQ (LDCDQ) ( r = 0.29, p < .001; n = 157), and the Drawing Proficiency Screening Questionnaire (DPSQ) ( r = −0.35, p < .001; n = 157); demonstrating construct and concurrent validity. The online assessment was well received by parents and children. Conclusions: The GIFT-Online was found to be an acceptable method of assessing graphomotor performance. Our results support the validity and reliability of the GIFT-Online as a screening tool administered remotely, thereby overcoming physical distancing and travel restrictions.

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Video-Conference-Based Graphomotor Examination for Children: A Validation Study

Sinvani

Gilboa

2023

OTJR: Occupational Therapy Journal of Research

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“…This is a considerable concern given the importance of listening to the voices of children in the therapeutic relationship. Curtis et al (2022) conducted a systematic review that included 19 studies (quantitative, qualitative, and mixed methods studies) exploring children’s voice in occupational and physical therapy. Their results demonstrated how listening to children voices enhanced the child's motivation, as well as their sense of being heard, and valued.…”

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“…Furthermore, from the perspective of the families, the therapeutic relationship provides a unique social opportunity for them to express their voice and be heard. This experience is rewarding and motivating for families, as it allows them to participate actively in the therapy process ( Curtis et al, 2022 ). The quality of the relationship between the therapist and the family directly impacts the meaningfulness of the therapy process, underscoring the importance of establishing a strong and positive therapeutic relationship ( King et al, 2020 ).…”

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Exploring Therapeutic Relationships in Pediatric Occupational Therapy: A Meta-Ethnography

Gagné-Trudel¹,

Therriault²,

Cantin³

2023

Can J Occup Ther

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Background. Developing strong therapeutic relationships with families is a crucial aspect of pediatric occupational therapy. However, building such relationships is complex as they involve multiple directions of interaction. Purpose. To provide a thorough interpretation of children's, caregivers’, and occupational therapists’ experience of the therapeutic relationship. Method. A meta-ethnography was realized to synthesize qualitative studies. A systematic search was carried out using five databases from 2005 to 2022. The CAPS checklist was used to appraise included studies’ quality. The analysis was completed using a constant comparison of findings. Findings. Three themes emerged from the 14 studies synthesized. The first theme illustrates that the therapeutic relationship can have different meanings depending on the perspective of children, caregivers, or occupational therapists. The second theme explores the components impacting the experience of the relationship. These include the power dynamics, the communication, and respect for diversity. Finally, the third theme illustrates how the relationship can empower positive change. Implications. Children, caregivers, and occupational therapists each have a perspective that ought to be heard. Occupational therapists should actively ask for children's and caregivers’ perspectives to encourage power sharing and effective communication. By doing so, occupational therapists can strengthen the therapeutic relationship, which, in turn, promotes positive change.

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“…It is a person-centred approach taking into consideration a child's life situation. On the other hand, we know that goals defined by parents would not necessarily match with those a child would describe as meaningful for them ( 2 ).…”

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