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PROJECTS
01. To understand stressors faced and coping strategies used by occupational therapists under conditional registration
This is a mixed method retrospective exploratory study on the types of stressors faced, as well as the coping strategies used by occupational therapist under conditional registration. Results from our study may potentially help in preparing future graduates in transition to clinician role.
Student Researchers:
Neo Yun, Chia Wee Teng, Fong Xue Qi, Stephanie Yong, Chan Chi Teng
Supervising Lecturer:
Jessica Tan
02. Exploring the Relationship between Outcome Measure Use and Professional Identity among Community-Based Occupational Therapists in Singapore
This mixed-method study explores the relationship between OM use and PI of community-based OTs in Singapore. Results of this study may help to shape OM use in clinical practice and improve PI of OTs in the community setting.
Student Researchers:
Clara Chong, Coryn Ho, Jasmine Ang, Grace Tan, Ng Shi Min
Supervising Lecturers:
Corrine Hoo and Sheleen Aw
03. Perception of the Management Tool for Daily Life Performance's Clinical Utility and its Influence on Final Year Occupational Therapy Students' Professional Identity
This is a mixed-method study investigating the clinical utility of the Management Tool of Daily Life Performance (MTDLP) in Singapore by final year occupational therapy students, and the impact of its use on their professional identity. The MTDLP is a newly developed tool by the Japanese Association of Occupational Therapists in 2014. Results of this study provides insight to the usage of MTDLP in different practice contexts, and provides adaptations that could enhance its clinical utility in occupational therapy practice in Singapore.
Student Researchers:
Syahirah Soon, Irinie Lee, Elizabeth Low, Karlyn Kang, Mavis Chia
Supervising Lecturer:
Lim Hua Beng
04. The Penang Phenomenon - Experiences and Perspectives of Stakeholders of a Role-Emerging Clinical Education Placement
Our study adopted a thematic analysis to explore the perspectives of various stakeholders and their experiences of the Penang REP. Common themes emerged which all stakeholders benefited immensely from this long standing collaboration.
Student Researchers:
Gary Goh, Ong Pei Chien, Danielle Cheong, Tan Pei Shan, Goh Si Lei
Supervising Lecturer:
Corrine Hoo and Sheleen Aw
05. Vocational Rehabilitation in Singapore: Perspectives of Occupational Therapists and Persons with Physical Disabilities
This is the first local study that explored both the perspectives of Occupational Therapists and Persons with Physical Disabilities with regards to the barriers and facilitators that both stakeholders face in undergoing or providing VR.The results and recommendations that surfaced in this study may aid to shape possible improvements for the VR setting in Singapore.
Student Researchers:
Fiona Ng, Toh Poh Ling, Kaminni, Daniel Koh
Supervising Lecturer:
Lim Geck Hoon
06. Occupational Therapists in Palliative Care: Demographics, Challenges and Rewards
This mixed methods research design study explores the demographics of palliative care OTs in Singapore and the rewards and challenges they face. Results of this study may be used to understand the current palliative care scene in Singapore to facilitate workforce planning, improve education and health of palliative care OTs, and to further the profession.
Student Researchers:
Aileen Yan, Judith Chong, Grace low, Evon Tze
Supervising Lecturer:
Lim Geck Hoon
07. Benefits of Patient’s Occupational Participation in Occupational Therapy Activity-Based Group Therapy Sessions in an Acute Psychiatric Ward: A Preliminary Study
This preliminary study adopted a mixed-method experimental design to examine the benefits of participation in activity-based group in an acute psychiatric ward, with focus on occupational participation, self-efficacy and subjective well-being. Results of the study may aid in development and provide further evidence for the continued use of activity-based group therapy in acute psychiatric wards.
Student Researchers:
Jason Lim, Syazwani Binte Sahrol, Abigail Ng, Jolyn Lai, Noelle Fong
Supervising Lecturer:
Jessica Tan
08. Occupational Engagement and Meaning: The Experience of an Altruistic Group Activity and its Associated Benefits in Community-Dwelling Elderly
This preliminary study adopted a mixed methods research design to investigate the experience of occupational engagement and its associated benefits in an altruistic group activity amongst elderly members of a SAC in Singapore. Results of the study may aid in programme development and provide further evidence for the inclusion of altruistic group activities in SACs.
Student Researchers:
Jocelyn Ong, Ong Yu Ping, Clarice Yuen, Crystal Yee, Vincent Khoo
Supervising Lecturer:
Jessica Tan
09. To investigate the effects of individualised lifestyle intervention on the quality of life of community dwelling elderly
This study explored time use and QOL of community-dwelling elderly which are important areas of intervention for OTs. Meaningful engagement in Sedentary Leisure alone, Sedentary Leisure with others and IADLs alone can potentially improve QOL.
Student Researchers:
Ma Chea Chee, Jacqueline Fernandez, Amelia Lim, Valery Chua, Syafie Ziham
Supervising Lecturer:
Corrine Hoo
10. Effectiveness of horticulture therapy-based activities on nursing home residents with Dementia in Singapore
This study adopted a mixed-method design and investigates the effectiveness of horticulture therapy based activities in residents with Dementia in Singapore Nursing Home. Our study focused on 4 main constructs, namely, Quality of Life (QOL), depression, agitation, and social interaction. Our results could serve as a basis for recommendation of future horticulture-therapy based activities in Singapore Nursing Home.
Student Researchers:
Priscilla Liew, Wong Hai Song, Tan Rou Ying, Felicia Lim
Supervising Lecturer:
Tan Hwei Lan
11. Exploring adaptation to retirement among retirees in Singapore
This cross sectional study explored engagement in occupation and its association with adaptation to retirement in Singapore, using a mixed methods design. Results of the study will contribute to the knowledge base of how personal attitudes and choice of participation facilitate adaptation to retirement in our local context.
Student Researchers:
Chan Keng Kit, Lynn Kok, Vanessa Lee, Jolynn Tay
Supervising Lecturer:
Lim Hua Beng and Tan Hwei Lan
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