Article
Clinical Neurology
Soo Ji Kim, Yoon-Kyum Shin, Eomhyeong Jeong, Sung-Rae Cho
Summary: This study examines the effects of movement-specific keyboard playing on improving hand function in patients with acquired brain injury (ABI). The results show that keyboard playing can enhance functional independence, key-pressing force, and most hand function tests. Additionally, keyboard playing can motivate young patients with ABI and optimize intervention effects.
FRONTIERS IN NEUROLOGY
(2023)
Article
Rehabilitation
Mette Ryssel Bystrup, Lena Aadal, Hanne Pallesen, Kristian Larsen, Anette L. Hindhede
Summary: This paper explores the perception of relatives during the rehabilitation of young adults with severe acquired brain injury (SABI). The study found that social relations engaged as relatives during rehabilitation are largely determined by the perceptions of professionals and parents, with priority given to biological and juridical ties.
DISABILITY AND REHABILITATION
(2023)
Article
Clinical Neurology
Danielle M. Fynn, David A. Preece, Gilles E. Gignac, Carmela F. Pestell, Alfred Allan, Chantal vander Kraats, Sarah L. Green, Michael Weinborn, Rodrigo Becerra
Summary: The study aimed to assess the psychometric properties of the Perth Alexithymia Questionnaire (PAQ) in individuals with acquired brain injury (ABI) and examine whether the construct of alexithymia manifests similarly in ABI samples compared to the general community. The results showed that the PAQ had good validity and reliability as a measure of alexithymia, and the latent structure of alexithymia was similar in ABI and community samples.
JOURNAL OF AFFECTIVE DISORDERS
(2022)
Article
Neurosciences
F. Allonsius, A. J. De Kloet, F. Van Markus-Doornbosch, J. J. L. Meesters, C. H. Kromme, T. P. M. Vliet Vlieland, M. van der Holst
Summary: The study revealed significantly high family impact on pediatric ABI patients in rehabilitation settings, with factors such as prolonged referral to rehabilitation, decreased mental/emotional health and HRQoL of patients, child/family-related factors, and presence of premorbid problems contributing to increased family impact.
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Viviana Lo Buono, Francesco Corallo, Lilla Bonanno, Angelo Quartarone, Maria Cristina De Cola
Summary: Emotional experiences can influence how individuals perceive their own body image. This study examines the correlation between mood disorders and lesion sites on body image in patients with acquired brain injury. The results show a moderate correlation between depression/anxiety and body image, with the right lesion site being a predictive factor. Additionally, factors such as anxiety, cognitive functioning, and marital status were found to be significant predictors of body image. The findings highlight the importance of neuropsychological interventions to improve cognitive performance and emotional well-being in patients with brain injury for a better self-perception of body image and quality of life.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL MEDICINE
(2023)
Review
Health Care Sciences & Services
Huayi Huang, Harry H. X. Wang, Eddie Donaghy, David Henderson, Stewart W. Mercer
Summary: This article proposes self-determination theory (SDT) as a candidate theory for the development and evaluation of interventions in multimorbidity. SDT-based interventions have mainly focused on health behavior change in the primary prevention of disease, with limited use in primary care and chronic conditions management. However, SDT may be a useful candidate theory in informing complex intervention development and evaluation for multimorbidity.
HEALTH EXPECTATIONS
(2022)
Review
Neurosciences
Henrietta Roberts, Tamsin J. Ford, Anke Karl, Shirley Reynolds, Jenny Limond, Anna-Lynne R. Adlam
Summary: This study reviews the key mechanisms hypothesized to account for increased vulnerability to mood disorders in pABI patients and presents an integrated framework to guide clinical and neurodevelopmental research.
FRONTIERS IN HUMAN NEUROSCIENCE
(2022)
Review
Health Care Sciences & Services
Melissa Miao, Rachael Rietdijk, Melissa Brunner, Deborah Debono, Leanne Togher, Emma Power
Summary: This study explores the implementation and sustainability of digital health interventions for psychosocial issues after acquired brain injury. Through a systematic review of existing research, the study provides insights into factors and strategies for successful implementation. The findings highlight the importance of simplification and stakeholder involvement.
JOURNAL OF MEDICAL INTERNET RESEARCH
(2022)
Review
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Lena Aadal, Michele Offenbach Hundborg, Hanne Pallesen, Randi Steensgaard
Summary: This scoping review explores the characteristics of a meaningful life appraised by adults living with an acquired neurological impairment.
Article
Psychiatry
Sandy Thompson-Hodgetts, Jacalyn Ryan, Emily Coombs, Heather M. Brown, Adrian Xavier, Christina Devlin, Austin Lee, Adam Kedmy, Anne Borden
Summary: Autistic adults desire self-determination and require support that acknowledges and respects their neurodivergence. This support includes providing opportunities for choice and autonomy, facilitating the expression of their authentic autistic selves, and offering practical assistance with executive processing differences. An inclusive society that values and supports autistic individuals is crucial for promoting their self-determination.
FRONTIERS IN PSYCHIATRY
(2023)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Rany Vorn, Maiko Suarez, Jacob C. White, Carina A. Martin, Hyung-Suk Kim, Chen Lai, Si-Jung Yun, Jessica M. Gill, Hyunhwa Lee
Summary: In chronic mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI), dysregulation of exosomal microRNAs in plasma may indicate long-lasting neuronal inflammation, resulting in persistent post-injury symptoms.
Review
Neurosciences
Danielle Sansonetti, Jennifer Fleming, Freyr Patterson, Natasha A. Lannin
Summary: Self-awareness is crucial in cognitive rehabilitation after acquired brain injury, with research exploring definitions and theoretical models to guide assessment and intervention. Studies have identified a wide theoretical basis for self-awareness following ABI, distinguishing between intellectual awareness, online awareness, and psychological denial.
NEUROPSYCHOLOGICAL REHABILITATION
(2022)
Article
Psychology, Multidisciplinary
Sophie Martin, Draushika Mooruth, Estelle Guerdoux-Ninot, Clemence Mazzocco, Denis Brouillet, Laurence Taconnat, Raphael Trouillet
Summary: Individuals with brain injuries experience cognitive and emotional changes that have long-lasting impacts on everyday life. In the context of rehabilitation, surveys have highlighted the importance of compensating for memory disturbances. This study found that brain-injured individuals reported more frequent use of memory compensation strategies, particularly in reliance on social help and investing more effort. Demographic, motivation and perception of change were found to influence the reported compensation strategies.
FRONTIERS IN PSYCHOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Neurosciences
Mecca B. A. R. Islam, Booker T. Davis IV, Mary J. Kando, Qinwen Mao, Daniele Procissi, Craig Weiss, Steven J. Schwulst
Summary: The study found that young adult mice showed more severe neuropathology and greater loss of white matter connectivity after TBI compared to aged mice. Differential functional outcomes were also observed in anxiety response, learning, and memory between young adult and aged mice after TBI.
EXPERIMENTAL NEUROLOGY
(2021)
Article
Clinical Neurology
Jamie M. Klapp, Trevor A. Hall, Andrew R. Riley, Cydni N. Williams
Summary: Sleep disturbances are associated with poorer outcomes in infants and toddlers with ABI.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL SLEEP MEDICINE
(2022)
Article
Rehabilitation
Man Chi Coco Tsang, Em Bould, Aislinn Lalor, Libby Callaway
Summary: This study investigated the characteristics and experiences of assistance animal users in Australia, as well as the need for public education. The majority of participants used assistance dogs and reported both positive and negative community attitudes. The study highlights the importance of public education regarding assistance animal rights.
DISABILITY AND REHABILITATION-ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Rehabilitation
Em Bould, Libby Callaway, Narelle Warren, Aislinn Lalor, Joanne Burke
Summary: The dog-walking program, called Dog Buddies, aims to address the need for social inclusion of people with cognitive disabilities in mainstream society. The study found that the program increased the frequency of encounters between participants and community members. The presence of dogs helped foster convivial encounters and participants were recognized or acknowledged over time. This suggests that the program has a positive impact on community-based social interactions for individuals with cognitive disabilities.
DISABILITY AND REHABILITATION
(2023)
Article
Clinical Neurology
Em Bould, Libby Callaway, Natasha K. Brusco
Summary: This study evaluates a pilot program called Employment CoLab, which aims to provide a new mainstream employment pathway for individuals with acquired brain injury (ABI). The program utilizes reasonable employer adjustments, insurance-funded supports, and capacity-building supports, and involves stakeholders such as employees, employers, healthcare professionals, and insurance funders. The results show that Employment CoLab offers a person-centered approach, enabling individuals with ABI to gain and sustain open employment, and has created new opportunities for inclusive mainstream economic participation.
Article
Rehabilitation
Jacinta Douglas, Dianne Winkler, Stacey Oliver, Stephanie Liddicoat, Kate D'Cruz
Summary: This study assessed the impact of moving into newly built, individualised apartments on individual outcomes for people with disability and complex needs. The results showed significant improvements in wellbeing and community integration post-move, with a trend towards improved health. There was also a decrease in support needs among participants.
DISABILITY AND REHABILITATION
(2023)
Article
Rehabilitation
Megan Topping, Jacinta Douglas, Di Winkler
Summary: This study aimed to explore the lived experience of people with acquired neurological disability to understand the factors that influence the quality of support. In the dyadic space, the support worker recognizing the person as an individual was found to be foundational to quality support. Beyond the dyadic space, three broader contextual factors were identified as influential on the quality of support by facilitating or constraining the person's choice. Lastly, the provision of quality support was characterized by the person feeling in control.
DISABILITY AND REHABILITATION
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Libby Callaway, Kate Tregloan, Natasha Layton
Summary: Housing is crucial for a dignified life and the realization of human rights, but providing appropriate housing for people with neurotrauma remains a challenge. Australian and New Zealand insurers play a significant role in this area and their perspectives need to be better understood to inform policy and practice development.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH
(2022)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Jacinta Douglas, Di Winkler, Adam McLeod, Stacey Oliver, Karina Gardner, Jamie Supple, Christopher Pearce
Summary: This study aims to enhance the knowledge of GPs about the health needs of people with disability by using a linked dataset. The research is a retrospective cohort study using general practice health records from the eastern Melbourne region in Australia, and it analyzes the utilization, clinical care, and health needs of disability groups compared to the rest of the population. Ethical approval has been obtained, and dissemination will involve stakeholder engagement, research translation resources, peer-reviewed publications, and conference presentations.
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Em Bould, Robyn Tate, Grahame Simpson, Natasha Brusco, Lisa Licciardi, Libby Callaway
Summary: This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of smart home, mobile, and/or wearable technologies in reducing executive function difficulties following acquired brain injury (ABI). The study will use single-case experimental designs to investigate the use of electronic assistive technology in improving executive function in adults with ABI.
JMIR RESEARCH PROTOCOLS
(2023)
Article
Rehabilitation
Natasha Layton, Melanie Hoyle, Adam Lo, Libby Callaway, Emma M. M. Smith, Rosalie Wang, Katarina Baudin, Cecilia Pettersson, Rosemary Joan Gowran
Summary: Occupational therapy, people, and assistive technology have a longstanding relationship. Occupational therapists play a crucial role as leaders and change agents in delivering on the imperatives identified for assistive technology and assistive technology users globally.
WORLD FEDERATION OF OCCUPATIONAL THERAPISTS BULLETIN
(2023)
Article
Anthropology
Eliza Cammarano, Em Bould, Aislinn Lalor, Libby Callaway
Summary: This study investigated the factors influencing the affinity between individuals with autism and dogs. The findings suggest that personal, disability-related, environmental, and animal-related factors can influence the level of affinity. Awareness and consideration of these factors are essential for individuals with autism, their families, and service providers to determine the most appropriate options for animal supports.
Article
Rehabilitation
Zoe Agnew, Libby Callaway, Aislinn Lalor, Annette Peart, Em Bould
Summary: This study explores the impact of assistance dogs on the occupational engagement of children with autism and their families. The findings suggest that assistance dogs can improve children's participation in everyday activities and have positive effects on the occupational engagement of the whole family. However, there are also challenges associated with the introduction of assistance dogs.
AUSTRALIAN OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Clinical Neurology
Jan Mackey, Helen McCulloch, Grace Scheiner, Anj Barker, Libby Callaway
Summary: This research explores the perspectives of speech pathologists on the use of augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) for people with acquired brain injury (ABI). The study reveals that person-centred AAC, considering both products and personnel, and supported by effective policies, is crucial for successful AAC use. Additionally, speech pathologists should listen to the perspectives of people with ABI to enhance their understanding of AAC.
Editorial Material
Clinical Neurology
Libby Callaway, Jacki Liddle
Article
Social Issues
Natasha Layton, Natasha Brusco, Libby Callaway, Lauren Henley, Rosalie Wang
Summary: Australians with disabilities face unequal access to assistive technology and home modifications. A study identified government funding schemes and compared spend per person, showing significant variation across schemes. The findings highlight the need for change in disability policy to address service provision gaps and achieve equity.
AUSTRALIAN JOURNAL OF SOCIAL ISSUES
(2023)
Article
Rehabilitation
Rebecca Jamwal, Hannah K. Jarman, Eve Roseingrave, Jacinta Douglas, Dianne Winkler
Summary: Smart home and communication technology can improve independence, participation, and quality of life for people with disabilities and complex needs, although ethical considerations and the need for personalization, flexibility, and ongoing support are important factors to consider for successful implementation.
DISABILITY AND REHABILITATION-ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
