An Occupational Therapy Educational Guidebook for Participating in African American Hair Care

Authors

Kyra Mann, University of St. Augustine for Health SciencesFollow
Lakeisa Boykin, University of St. Augustine for Health SciencesFollow

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Description

This educational guidebook offers resources for occupational therapy practitioners (OTPs) to support African American hair care during Activity of Daily Living (ADL) interventions. The materials aim to enhance OTPs' awareness, knowledge, and confidence, fostering inclusive and effective approaches to improve participation and success in these tasks.

Publication Date

Fall 12-2024

Publisher

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

Keywords

Occupational therapy, Activities of daily living, Black or African American, Educational status, Hair, Hair care

Medical Subject Headings

Occupational therapy, Activities of daily living, Black or African American, Educational status, Hair, Hair care

Disciplines

Medical Education | Occupational Therapy

Comments

Poster presented at the in-person OTD Capstone Symposium held at the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences on December 6, 2024.

Recommended Citation

Mann, K., & Boykin, L. (2024, December 1). An Occupational Therapy Educational Guidebook for Participating in African American Hair Care. Poster presented at the Virtual OTD Capstone Symposium, University of St Augustine for Health Sciences. Retrieved from https://soar.usa.edu/otdcapstonesfall2024/28