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Welcome to Students in CHRG! In this episode, we’re talking with KaRena Lehman about her experience as an occupational therapist within the United States Airforce! In this podcast, we aimed to bring insight into the role of occupational therapy within the military, with a special focus on ergonomics, environment, and psychological impacts.
References
Baumann, M. L., Brown, A. N., Quick, C. D., Breuer, S. T., and Smith-Forbes, E. V. (2018). Translating occupational therapy’s current role within U.S. army combat and operational stress control operations. Occupational Therapy in Mental Health, 34(3), 258–271. https://doi.org/10.1080/0164212x.2018.1425952 (https://doi.org/10.1080/0164212x.2018.1425952)
Brown, H. V., and Hollis, V. (2013). The meaning of occupation, occupational need, and occupational therapy in a military context. Physical Therapy, 93(9), 1244–1253. https://doi.org/10.2522/ptj.20120162 (https://doi.org/10.2522/ptj.20120162)
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Published 12/18/22
Christopher Marotta is an Occupational Therapist currently working at the Henry Viscardi School in Albertson, NY. He has gained a wealth of experience throughout his career, working in many pediatric and adult settings, including St. Charles Hospital. However, Christopher's passion is assistive...
Published 12/04/22