A systematic review and narrative synthesis of occupational therapy-led interventions for individuals with anxiety and stress-related disorders. (3rd April 2019)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Fox, Jackie; Erlandsson, Lena-Karin; Shiel, Agnes
• Is Part Of: Occupational therapy in mental health. Volume 35:Number 2(2019)
• Page Start: 179
• Page End: 204
• Publication Date: 2019-04-03
• Subjects: Occupational therapy -- anxiety disorders -- psychological stress -- psychosocial rehabilitation -- systematic review; Occupational therapy -- Periodicals; Mentally ill -- Rehabilitation -- Periodicals; Mental Disorders -- therapy -- Periodicals; Mental Health -- Periodicals; Occupational Therapy -- Periodicals; 616.89165
• DOI: 10.1080/0164212X.2018.1516172
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0164-212X

Abstract

Abstract: Anxiety and stress-related disorders are highly prevalent and impede participation in life activities. Occupational therapists work extensively with people diagnosed with these disorders but the effectiveness of their interventions is unclear. A systematic search strategy identified 19 papers describing 13 studies. Studies varied in methodology, intervention type, and theory base. The results show the potential for lifestyle approaches, occupational science-based programs, and skill-building to improve mental health. The variety of interventions and methodologies of many studies means that the effectiveness of occupational therapy interventions for this population is not yet determined. High-quality research is required to replicate interventions with emerging potential for effectiveness.