A review of the use of cats as a therapeutic tool within occupational therapy with especial reference to those who have suffered from heart attacks and/or strokes.
A generational investigation into perceptions of physical activity leisure time amongst Bangladeshi families in Luton.
August 9, 2021A phenomenological and qualitative study into the benefits of participating in either community choirs or brass bands amongst pensioners with the onset of dementia.
August 9, 2021A review of the use of cats as a therapeutic tool within occupational therapy with especial reference to those who have suffered from heart attacks and/or strokes.
Example occupational therapy dissertation topic 7:
A review of the use of cats as a therapeutic tool within occupational therapy with especial reference to those who have suffered from heart attacks and/or strokes.
Building upon existing secondary literature within the field; this dissertation focuses especially upon those who have suffered from heart attacks and strokes. Using qualitative primary analysis – through the conducting of face to face with those ‘in recovery’ this dissertation evaluates the personal responses of those who have been prescribed therapeutic pet therapy as an aid to recovery. This is a dissertation that will require empathy, patience and tolerance whilst collating the data and could, if so required, be further focused onto either a specific geographic location or individual profession.
Suggested initial topic reading:
- Berget, B. and Braastad, B. O. (2008). Theoretical framework for animal assisted interventions-implications for practice. International Journal of Therapy Communities, 29, pp. 323-337.
- Giaquinto, S. and Valentini, F. (2009). Is there a scientific basis for pet therapy? Disability & Rehabilitation, 31(7), pp. 595-598.
- Wells, D. L. (2009). The effects of animals on human health and well-being. Journal of Social Issues, 65(3), pp. 523-543.
