Everyday Academia: An OT lens on campus life

Sensory Solutions for Campus Anxiety

Explore innovative sensory modulation techniques to manage test anxiety among college students. Discover the benefits of these approaches and their integration into traditional anxiety management strategies. NOTE: This episode was supported by AI. One of the voices is a clone of Dr. Karen Keptner. She "fed" AI her research and worked with the AI engine to create the script for this podcast. She also edited and revised the script to assure that the information presented is accurate and practical. Tim French is completely fictional. His voice is computer-generated. If you are interested in the research referred to in this episode, you can find it at https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/0308022620935061

Reimagining Mental Health Support Through Occupational Therapy

Explore the potential of occupational therapy in addressing mental health challenges, both in clinical settings and on university campuses. Discover how OT can be a vital force in mental health promotion, prevention, and intervention, fulfilling its overlooked promise. NOTE: This episode was AI generated with the support and guidance of Karen Keptner. Dr. Keptner's co-host, Tim, is a fictional character. If you are interested in learning more about the article talked about in this episode, check it out here: https://doi.org/10.5014/ajot.2024.050200 If you are interested in the OT-U Collaborative, you can sign up here: https://sites.google.com/view/ot-u/join-us

Occupational Therapy in Higher Education: Emerging Roles and Impact

Explore the emerging role of occupational therapy in higher education, addressing mental health challenges, chronic diseases, and the importance of OT services. Tim French and Dr. K discuss how OT practitioners can enhance student success and well-being on campus. NOTE: This episode was AI generated with the support and guidance of Karen Keptner. Dr. Keptner's co-host, Tim, is a fictional character. If you are interested in learning more about the article talked about in this episode, check it out here: https://doi.org/10.1177/03080226231168008 If you are interested in the OT-U Collaborative, you can sign up here: https://sites.google.com/view/ot-u/join-us

Adapting Spaces and Routines: Lessons from COVID-19

Explore how occupational therapy students navigated space and routine disruptions during COVID-19. Discover the impact on identity, mental health, and the creative adaptations that emerged. NOTE: This episode was AI generated with the support and guidance of Karen Keptner. Dr. Keptner's co-host, Tim, is a fictional character. If you are interested in learning more about the article talked about in this episode, check it out here: https:/doi.org/10.1080/14427591.2023.2212679 If you are interested in the OT-U Collaborative, you can sign up here: https://sites.google.com/view/ot-u/join-us

Navigating Post-Pandemic Education Challenges

Listen to Dr. K and Tim discuss how the COVID-19 pandemic has reshaped higher education, focusing on the mental health and educational inequities faced by students. Discover the vital role of occupational therapy in supporting students' academic and personal well-being. NOTE: This episode was AI generated with the support and guidance of Karen Keptner. Dr. Keptner's co-host, Tim, is a fictional character. If you are interested in learning more about the article talked about in this episode, check it out here: https://doi.org/10.1080/14473828.2020.1822575 If you are interested in the OT-U Collaborative, you can sign up here: https://sites.google.com/view/ot-u/join-us

Navigating College Life Through Occupational Performance

Explore how university students' satisfaction with daily activities relates to their adjustment to college life. Tim and Dr. K discuss the role of occupational performance in personal and academic success, sharing insights from recent research. Gain practical tips on managing transitions and enhancing student well-being. NOTE: This episode was AI generated with the support and guidance of Karen Keptner. Dr. Keptner's co-host, Tim, is a fictional character. If you are interested in learning more about the article talked about in this episode, check it out here: https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/14427591.2018.1539409 If you are interested in the OT-U Collaborative, you can sign up here: https://sites.google.com/view/ot-u/join-us

Bridging Student Success and Occupational Therapy

Explore how occupational concerns affect university students and the role of occupational therapy in improving academic and social success. Tim and Dr. K discuss insights from recent research and share personal anecdotes to illuminate the path to better student outcomes. NOTE: This episode was AI generated with the support and guidance of Karen Keptner. Dr. Keptner's co-host, Tim, is a fictional character. If you are interested in learning more about the article talked about in this episode, check it out here: https://doi.org/10.1177/1539449218813702 If you are interested in the OT-U Collaborative, you can sign up here: https://sites.google.com/view/ot-u/join-us

The Impact of Occupation-Based Group Interventions on University Freshmen

Consider the effects of an occupation-based group intervention with university freshmen. Discover how these strategies enhance occupational performance and satisfaction, and learn about their long-term impacts. Join Tim French and Dr. K as they discuss this innovative approach to student success. NOTE: This episode was AI generated with the support and guidance of Karen Keptner. Dr. Keptner's co-host, Tim, is a fictional character. If you are interested in learning more about Dr. Keptner's initial group intervention check it out here: https://doi.org/10.1080/0164212X.2015.1135094 and the long term follow-up here: https://doi.org/10.1080/0164212X.2017.1331150 If you are interested in the OT-U Collaborative, you can sign up here: https://sites.google.com/view/ot-u/join-us

OTs in Higher Ed

Explore occupational therapy in higher education. Discuss the goals and achievements of the OT-U Collaborative, and discover the evidence-based practices shaping OT services for students in higher education. NOTE: This episode was AI generated with the support and guidance of Karen Keptner. Dr. Keptner's co-host, Tim, is a fictional character. If you are interested in learning more about the 2018 scoping review you can find it here: https://doi.org/10.15453/2168-6408.1617 If you are interested in the OT-U Collaborative, you can sign up here: https://sites.google.com/view/ot-u/join-us