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Author(s): Sedef Sahin [sup.1] , Meral Huri [sup.1] , Barkin Köse [sup.1] , Burcu Semin Akel [sup.2] , Michel Probst [sup.3] Author Affiliations: (1) grid.14442.37, 0000 0001 2342 7339, Department [...], This study aims to examine the reliability and validity of the Turkish version of Body Attitude Test among women with breast cancer. The study included 101 voluntary women with breast cancer stage 1, 2 or 3 from different regions of Turkey. The Turkish versions of Body Attitude Test, Body Shape Questionnaire and Eating Attitudes Test were applied twice with a 7- day interval. The test demonstrated high test-retest reliability (Intra-class Correlation Coefficient = 0.95) with a good internal consistency (Cronbach&apos;s alpha = 0.82; McDonald&apos;s omega = 0.89) for all domains. The confirmatory factor analysis resulted in 4 factor structures and at an acceptable good fit-in with x.sup.2/df for BAT. The Body Attitude Test correlated strongly with the Body Shape Questionnaire and Eating Attitudes Test (p < 0.05). The results support the Turkish version of the test is a valid and reliable instrument that can be used to measure the body attitude of women with breast cancer. This test can be used as an appropriate measurement tool in assessing the subjective attitude towards the body in women with breast cancer.

Autistic children have problems in cognitive and motor skills areas. This study investigated the effects of motor and cognitive problems on daily living activities and quality of life in autistic children. Thirty-two autistic children were included in the study. Thirty typically developing children were selected as the control group. The Bruininks Oseretsky Test of Motor Proficiency, Lowenstein Occupational Therapy Cognitive Assessment, Pediatric Evaluation Disability Inventory, Child Health Questionnaire were used to assess motor proficiency, cognitive abilities, daily living activities and quality of life, respectively. This study shows cognitive and motor impairment negatively affects daily living activities in children with autism.

Stroke is a global health concern causing significant mortality. Survivors face physical, cognitive, and emotional challenges, affecting their life satisfaction and social participation. Robot-assisted gait training with virtual reality, like Lokomat, is a promising rehabilitation tool. We investigated its impact on cognitive status, activities of daily living, and quality of life in individuals with stroke. Between September 2022 and August 2023, we exposed 34 first stroke patients (8 women, 26 men; M age = 59.15, SD = 11.09; M height = 170.47, SD = 8.13 cm; M weight = 75.97; SD = 10.87 kg; M days since stroke = 70.44, SD = 33.65) in the subacute stage (3–6 months post-stroke) to Lokomat exercise. Participant exclusion criteria were Lokamat exercise inability, disabilities incompatible with intended measurements, and any cognitive limitations. The Control Group (CG) received conventional physiotherapy, while the Lokomat Group (LG) received both conventional physiotherapy and robot-assisted gait training with virtual reality, administered by an occupational therapist. Evaluations were conducted by a physiotherapist who was unaware of the participants' group assignments and included assessments with the Montreal Cognitive Assessment, Lawton Brody Instrumental Activities of Daily Living Scale, and Stroke Specific Quality of Life Scale (SS-QoL). Both groups demonstrated an improved quality of life, but the LG outperformed the CG with regard to SS-QoL (p =.01) on measures of Energy (p =.002) and Mobility (p =.005). Both groups showed improvements in cognitive functioning (p <.001) with no between-group difference, and in activities of daily living (p <.05) for which the LG was superior to the CG (p =.023). Thus, adding robot-assisted gait training with Lokomat and virtual reality improved self-reported quality of life and daily activities at levels beyond conventional physiotherapy for patients in the subacute stroke phase. An incremental impact on cognitive functions was not evident, possibly due to rapid cognitive recovery or this was undetected by limited cognitive testing. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Objectives: Short child occupational profile (SCOPE) screening tool is used to assess different factors of functional abilities and record the progress levels of individuals in occupational therapy interventions. This study aimed to validate a Persian version of the SCOPE test. Methods: This methodological research was conducted in two stages, including translation... [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Importance: Sensory processing difficulties are commonly seen in people with mental disorders. However, no questionnaires specific to Turkish culture are available for people with mental disorders. Objective: To examine the cultural adaptation, reliability, and validity of the Turkish Sensory Responsiveness Questionnaire (SRQ). Design: Causal comparative groups design. Setting: Homes, clinics, hospitals, and therapy practices in Turkey. Participants: A total of 913 participants, of whom 529 were participants ages 18–60 yr with mental disorders. Outcomes and Measures: The cross-cultural adaptation and translation procedures were conducted following Beaton's guidelines. Internal consistency was examined with Cronbach's α. Criterion-related validity of the SRQ was determined with the Adolescent/Adult Sensory Profile using construct validity and was examined by confirmatory factor analysis (CFA) using IBM SPSS Statistics (Version 23) and AMOS (Version 24.0). Results: In CFA, model fit indices showed an acceptable fit. Test–retest reliability was excellent for the hedonic and avoidance subfactor scores and for the total score (intraclass correlation coefficients =.973,.988, and.974, respectively). Internal consistency was high for the hedonic subfactor (.812) and the avoidance subfactor (.815). Participants with bipolar disorder had the highest scores on the hedonic subfactor, whereas those with schizophrenia had the highest scores on the avoidance subfactor. Conclusions and Relevance: The 36-item SRQ is reliable and valid for analyzing the sensory processing abilities of adults in the Turkish population. Plain-Language Summary: People with mental disorders commonly have difficulties with sensory processing. No sensory responsiveness questionnaire specific to the Turkish population or culture is available for people with mental disorders. This study shows that the current form of the Turkish Sensory Responsiveness Questionnaire can contribute to understanding the sensory processing abilities of Turkish people with and without mental disorders. This study shows that the current form of the Turkish Sensory Responsiveness Questionnaire can contribute to understanding the sensory processing abilities of Turkish people with and without mental disorders. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Aim: Williams syndrome is a neurodevelopmental disorder caused by a deletion on chromosome 7. It is characterized by a range of medical problems in addition to the demonstration of maladaptive emotional and physical responses to environmental stimuli. Furthermore, sensory processing abnormalities are common in children with Williams syndrome. Therefore, this study aimed to report sensory processing difficulties in children with Williams syndrome in Turkey. Methods: Twenty-three children with Williams syndrome (mean age 63.16±13.50 months; females n=13) and twenty-two typically developing children (mean age 67.66±13.23 months; females n=12) were included. Parents completed the Sensory Profile Questionnaire. Data were analysed using descriptive statistics and the Mann-Whitney U test. Results: Children with Williams syndrome demonstrated sensory processing dysfunction in the sensory processing, modulation, behaviour and emotional response areas. Moreover, they have difficulties in low registration, sensation seeking, sensory sensitivity, sensation avoiding, sensory seeking, emotionally reactive low endurance/tone, oral sensitivity, inattention/distractibility, poor registration, sedentary behaviours, and fine motor/perceptual skills factors compared to their typically developing peers. Conclusions: These findings, considered with similar published studies, confirm the prevalence and types of sensory processing abnormalities in Williams syndrome. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The most common comorbidity in individuals with schizophrenia is substance use disorder. Sensory processing disorders seen in individuals with schizophrenia may cause substance use. This study aimed to examine the sensory processing patterns of individuals with schizophrenia with substance use disorder. Another aim of the study was to examine the relationship between the sensory patterns and the symptoms of schizophrenia. The study included 62 patients with schizophrenia with substance use disorders and 57 patients with schizophrenia who didn't use substances. The sensory processing patterns of the participants were evaluated using the self- diagnostic Adolescent/ Adult Sensory Profile. The symptoms of schizophrenia of the participants were evaluated using the Positive and Negative Symptom Scale. Substance use groups' sensory processing patterns were significantly different from the schizophrenia without substance use (p <.001). Sensory variables didn't reveal a significant relationship with gender and substance use severity (p >.05). There was a correlation between sensory processing patterns of individuals with schizophrenia with substance use and positive symptoms (p <.05). Further investigation of the factors causing sensory processing disorders caused by substance use in schizophrenia patients will help occupational therapists devise intervention strategies in the treatment of factors causing substance use. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Occupational balance is a crucial concept in occupational therapy, accepted as a key component of health and well-being. The Occupational Balance-Questionnaire (OB-Quest) is designed as a standardized instrument to assess occupational balance. This study investigated the validity and reliability of the OB-Quest Turkish, which consisted of translation, cross-cultural adaptation, and analysis psychometric properties phases. The factor structure of the OB-Quest indicated a good model fit. The criterion-related validity showed a positive correlation with Beck Depression Inventory and a negative correlation with the 12-item Short Form Survey. The OB-Quest-Turkish showed questionable internal consistency and an excellent correlation between test-retest. Supplemental data for this article is available online at https://doi.org/10.1080/07380577.2021.2010160. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Aim: To examine how the occupational performance (OP) and participation levels of children with cancer changed during the COVID-19 pandemic. Methods: Sixty-seven children with cancer (aged 6–12 years) completed the Canadian Occupational Performance Measure by giving information about their OP and participation, and their parents completed the Child and Adolescent Scale of Participation via online interview techniques. Evaluations were repeated twice in April and September 2020 to determine the change in OP and participation levels of children with cancer due to the COVID-19. Results: OP of children with cancer decreased significantly (Z=-7.02, p < 0.001) during the pandemic period. The home participation of these children did not change significantly (Z=-0.98, p = 0.32) before and during the pandemic; and was limited in both periods. Community participation decreased significantly (Z=-4.84, p < 0.001) from limited level to very limited level. Conclusions: Findings emphasize the need to increase the levels of OP and participation levels of children with various types of cancer due to the ramifications of the COVID-19 pandemic. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]