Authors:
Melissa Ross Bowen, MDiv, OTD, OTR/L, is Academic Fieldwork Coordinator, School of Occupational Therapy Assistant, Baptist Health College Little Rock, Little Rock, AR.
Joan Augustyn, OTD, OTR/L, is Wellness Provider, Children’s Services Fund, Liberty, Missouri, Public Schools. At the time of this research, Augustyn was Clinical Assistant Professor, Department of Occupational Therapy Education, University of Kansas Medical Center School of Health Professions, Kansas City.
Leah Fisher, OTD, OTR/L, is Occupational Therapist, Menorah Medical Center, Overland Park, KS. At the time of this research, Fisher was OTD Student, Department of Occupational Therapy Education, University of Kansas Medical Center School of Health Professions, Kansas City.
Lisa Mische Lawson, PhD, CTRS, FDRT, is Professor and Therapeutic Science Program Director, Department of Occupational Therapy Education, University of Kansas Medical Center School of Health Professions, Kansas City
Abstract:
This study introduces a practical and acceptable occupational therapy group intervention, Making Meaning, which shows promising potential for improving the spiritual well-being of people with multiple sclerosis.
Objective: To assess the feasibility of an occupational therapy intervention addressing the spiritual well-being of people with MS.
Following this course, the learner will be able to:
- Identify the impact of multiple sclerosis (MS) on quality of life and mental health.
- Define the key components of the Model of Occupational Wholeness.
- Explain the feasibility and outcomes of the Making Meaning group intervention.
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