Browsing by Author "Bektas, Selen Aydoner"

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Work-Related Musculoskeletal Disorders Among Occupational Therapists in Turkey: a Cross-Sectional Study
(Taylor & Francis inc, 2024) Bektas, Selen Aydoner; Degerli, Medine Nur Ozata; Altuntas, Onur; Bumin, Gonca
Work-related musculoskeletal disorders are a common cause of absentism and work disability. As work-related musculoskeletal disorders represent an increasingly important issue for occupational therapists, this study determined musculoskeletal disorders among occupational therapists in Turkey. A total of 238 occupational therapists participated and completed the Nordic Musculoskeletal Questionnaire. As a result, 73.1% of participants reported experiencing neck pain and 72.3% reported experiencing low back pain at 12 months. Statistically significant differences were found between participants with and without work-related musculoskeletal disorders regarding gender, experience, workplace type, treatment, and daily working hours (p < 0.05). Occupational therapists may experience work-related musculoskeletal disorders due to not practicing proper body mechanics or non-provision of transferring equipment.
Empowering a Mother of Children With Autism: a Case Report on the Impact of Tele-Occupational Performance Coaching on Parent-Child Relationships, Maternal Self-Efficacy, and Occupational Performance
(Routledge Journals, Taylor & Francis Ltd, 2025) Bektas, Selen Aydoner; Bumin, Gonca
This case report aimed at tele-occupational performance coaching to empower the mother of a child with autism spectrum disorder by enhancing occupational performance, parent-child relationships, and maternal self-efficacy. Over 8 weeks, the intervention addressed goals collaboratively identified by the mother, including self-care, productivity, and leisure-related tasks. Results revealed clinically significant improvements, with a two-point increase in Canadian Occupational Performance Measure scores for both performance and satisfaction. Significant score increases were also obtained on the Parent-Child Relationship Scale and the Early Intervention Parenting Self-Efficacy Scale. The findings underscore the effectiveness of tele-occupational performance coaching in enhancing family dynamics and parental capabilities while emphasizing the potential of telehealth as a scalable and accessible modality for delivering family-centered occupational therapy. Future research should expand on these findings by incorporating diverse populations and assessing long-term outcomes.
Implementation of an AI-Enhanced Motor and Cognitive Intervention: A Case Study in Developmental Delay
(Routledge Journals, Taylor & Francis Ltd, 2025) Bektas, Selen Aydoner; Bumin, Gonca
This study aimed to explore the implementation of an AI-enhanced motor and cognitive intervention for a 7-year-old child with developmental delay. A case study design was employed using an A-B framework (pre-test, intervention, post-test) over 12 weeks. The intervention incorporated AI-based tools such as Lumosity, Just Dance, and Cogmed for tailored motor and cognitive activities. The Bruininks-Oseretsky Test of Motor Proficiency-2 Brief Form (BOT-2 BF) and the Dynamic Occupational Therapy Cognitive Assessment for Children (DOTCA-Ch) were used to evaluate outcomes. Post-intervention, significant improvements were observed in BOT-2 BF and DOTCA-Ch scores, indicating enhanced motor coordination, and cognitive abilities. AI-enhanced interventions demonstrated the potential to address developmental delays by providing adaptive, engaging, and effective therapeutic activities. The findings highlight the feasibility of integrating AI tools into therapy, with implications for broader adoption in addressing developmental challenges. Further research is recommended to explore generalizability and long-term effects.
Perceived Stress and Performance of Daily Activities Among Emergency Healthcare Workers During the COVID-19 Pandemic
(Sage Publications Ltd, 2025) Yücel, Hülya; Bektas, Selen Aydoner
Background: During the COVID-19 pandemic, healthcare workers were exposed to intense stress in the emergency departments and sudden changes in their daily lives. Objective: The study aimed to investigate the impact of the pandemic on performance and participation in the activities of daily living, personal lives, and overall well-being of the healthcare workers in an emergency department. Methods: Seventy-eight people working in an emergency department of a university hospital (100% of those eligible) participated in the study during June-July 2022. A self-report survey, cross-sectional design was used to collect data. Participants completed the Perceived Stress Scale-10 (PSS) and the Canadian Occupational Performance Measure (COPM). Independent sample t-tests, Pearson correlation, and multiple regression analysis were used for statistical analysis. Results: There was a significant negative correlation between PSS and COPM Performance (r = −0.524) as well as between PSS and COPM Satisfaction (r = −0.508), indicating that higher levels of stress were associated with lower performance and satisfaction. In addition, work-related factors, including working experience, daily working hours, and time available for rest at work, were significantly associated with PSS, COPM Performance, and Satisfaction (p < 0.05). The strongest multivariate associations (p = 0.001) were found between lacking time to rest at work and PSS (direct) and COPM Performance and Satisfaction (inverse). Conclusion: The stress experienced by emergency healthcare workers during COVID-19 negatively impacted their performance, daily activities, personal lives, and well-being. A potential implication is that policy-makers addressing work-related factors and implementing regulations could improve the well-being of these workers in their professional practices. © 2025 Elsevier B.V., All rights reserved.
Development and Psychometric Properties of the Home Programme Quality Evaluation Tool for Therapists, Clients and Caregivers: A Validity and Reliability Study
(MA Healthcare Ltd, 2025) Akyurek, Gokcen; Bektas, Selen Aydoner; Sipahi, Busra
Background/Aims Home programmes - where rehabilitation activities are carried out in the client's home - are frequently used in the rehabilitation process but there are no standardised measurements to assess preparation, delivery and quality. The aim of this study was to determine the validity and reliability of two different forms - one for therapists and one for client and caregivers - that were developed as part of the Home Programme Quality Evaluation tool. Methods Initially, two 38-item forms were created based on a comprehensive literature review and expert panel evaluation. These forms were piloted with 30 participants from each target group to assess grammatical clarity, comprehensibility and cultural appropriateness. Based on the pilot feedback, minor linguistic adjustments were made, and the refined 38-item forms were then administered to 179 physiotherapists, occupational therapists and speech and language therapists, and 185 clients/caregivers (100 clients, 85 caregivers) for psychometric analyses. Psychometric analyses were conducted to evaluate validity and reliability, including exploratory and confirmatory factor analyses (chi-square/degree of freedom ratio, Goodness-of-Fit Index, Tucker-Lewis Index, Comparative Fit Index, Incremental Fit Index, root mean square error of approximation, standardised root mean square residual and internal consistency (Cronbach's alpha) and test-retest reliability (intraclass correlation coefficient and Pearson correlation). Results Exploratory and confirmatory factor analyses supported a one-factor structure for both forms, resulting in the final 11-item therapist form and 8-item client/caregiver form. The Home Programme Quality Evaluation tool demonstrated a good model fit for both forms (therapist form: chi(2)/df=2.66, goodness-of-fit index=0.909, Tucker-Lewis Index=0.886, standardised root mean square residual=0.060; client/caregiver form: chi(2)/df=3.37, goodness-of-fit index=0.929, Tucker-Lewis Index=0.950, standardised root mean square residual=0.027). Cronbach's alpha was 0.868 for the therapist form and 0.932 for the client/caregiver form. Test-retest reliability revealed strong positive correlations (r=0.994, P<0.001; r=0.998, P<0.001) and excellent stability over time (intraclass correlation coefficient=0.998 and 0.990, respectively). Conclusions The Home Programme Quality Evaluation's therapist and client/caregiver forms were found to have strong validity and reliability. The therapist form can enable therapists to monitor themselves, while the client and caregiver form can help clients or caregivers provide feedback on the home programme. Future studies can explore its application across different clinical populations and rehabilitation settings to further refine and optimise home-based interventions. Implications for practice For allied health professionals, the Home Programme Quality Evaluation tool serves as a practical tool for improving home programme design and implementation. By systematically assessing home programme quality, therapists can identify areas for improvement, ensuring that programmes are clear, feasible and well-integrated into the daily life of clients and their caregivers. Integrating the Home Programme Quality Evaluation tool into routine clinical practice can contribute to more effective rehabilitation outcomes, promoting structured, high-quality home programmes that align with the needs and capabilities of both clients and caregivers.
Relationship Between Executive Functions and School Readiness in Kindergarten Children With Cochlear Implant
(Routledge Journals, Taylor & Francis Ltd, 2025) Bektas, Selen Aydoner; Bumin, Gonca
This study aimed to examine the relationship between executive functions and school readiness of kindergarten children with cochlear implants. The study included 109 children between the ages of 57 and 71 months, who were enrolled in a special education practice school for the deaf and followed up by the ear, nose, and throat diseases clinic, who had bilateral severe or profound sensorineural type hearing loss and who used bilateral cochlear implants. The participants' teachers filled out the Childhood Executive Functions Inventory and the Primary School Readiness Scale. The findings showed a significant relationship between the Childhood Executive Functions Inventory-Working Memory, Inhibitory Control, and Total scores and Primary School Readiness Scale of kindergarten children with cochlear implant (r values are -.793, -.819., and -.768, respectively; p < 0.01). The results obtained from this study emphasize the importance of interventions that support the executive functions and school readiness of children with cochlear implants from the earliest period and increase their participation in school life.