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This capstone project addressed the critical gap in psychosocial support for pediatric oncology clients by developing an evidence-based guidebook for occupational therapy (OT) practitioners. Grounded in the Model of Human Occupation (MOHO), the guidebook provides therapists with developmentally appropriate strategies to enhance emotional regulation, social participation, and engagement in meaningful activities for children aged 3 to 12 undergoing cancer treatment. The project identified key psychosocial challenges through qualitative interviews, needs assessments, and real-time clinical feedback and designed targeted interventions aligned with OT principles. The digital guidebook provides accessible, structured resources to support holistic, client-centered care and improve the quality of life for pediatric cancer patients.
Publication Date
Spring 4-9-2025
Publisher
University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences
Keywords
Pediatric oncology, Occupational therapy, Psychosocial support, Humans, Occupations, Emotional regulation, Social participation, Needs assessment, Feedback, Quality of life
Medical Subject Headings
Pediatric oncology, Occupational therapy, Psychosocial support, Emotional Regulation, Quality of life
Disciplines
Occupational Therapy
Recommended Citation
Khan, M., Khan-Farooqi, L., & Weber, B. (2025, April 9). Enhancing Psychosocial Well-being for Pediatric Oncology Clients: A Guidebook for Occupational Therapists. Poster presented at the Virtual OTD Capstone Symposium, University of St Augustine for Health Sciences. Retrieved from https://soar.usa.edu/otdcapstonesspring2025/80
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Poster presented at the in-person OTD Capstone Symposium, held at the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences on April 24, 2025.