Mental Health Awareness Week 2012
It is Mental Health Awareness week (21-27 May), with a theme of 'Doing Good, Does You Good', based around the idea that doing good things for others can reduce stress, improve your emotional wellbeing and even benefit your physical health.
A Life More Ordinary: findings from the Long-Term Neurological Conditions Research Initiative published
A Life More Ordinary ‘provides a summary of the main findings from the Long-term Neurological Conditions Research Initiative (LTNC RI). The Initiative was funded by the Department of Health's Policy Research Programme (DH PRP) in 2006, following the launch of the DH National Service Framework (NSF) in 2005.’ (Winchcombe 2012 p9).
Cognitive assessment table
List of cognitive assessments currently used by occupational therapists which has been compiled by Brain Injury Forum and is referred to in COT briefing on the role of the occupational therapist in the assessment and rehabilitation of cognitive difficulties for people with ABI.
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Details of research projects relating to Work
As part of our dedication to ongoing research and development, we are regularly consulted on, and involved in, research projects. The opportunity to participate is passed on to our members, providing excellent opportunities for continuing professional development.
St Georges 9th annual study day reflection 05/06/2011
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Reflection on attending SS Mental Health 9th Study day
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Minutes of the 9th annual study day - 03/06/2011
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OTs use of occupation-focused practice in secure hospitals
COTSS Mental Health Forensic Forum is delighted to announce that a draft of the practice guideline ‘Occupational therapists’ use of occupation-focused practice in secure hospitals’ is now available for consultation by BAOT members.
