As the Jacaranda trees paint the city purple, it’s a clear sign that exam time is upon us! Are you preparing for success? “Continuous effort – not strength or intelligence – is the key to unlocking our potential.” ~ Winston Churchill As students face the pressure of upcoming exams, the age-old debate of intelligence versus […]
Resilience has become an increasingly prominent topic, particularly in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. I recently had the opportunity to watch a presentation on resilience from an occupational therapy (OT) perspective. One key distinction between the OT approach and that of psychology is the emphasis on context. Occupational therapists view resilience through a biopsychosocial […]
Supporting Mental Health: 5 Things OTs (and Everyone) Can Do Every Day As occupational therapists, we know the critical role mental health plays in everyday life influencing our ability to work and learn effectively, engage in play and leisure, connect socially, get quality sleep, and take care of ourselves. Here are five simple actions we […]
As we celebrate Occupational Therapy Week in South Africa, the theme “OT for Changing Contexts: Make it Happen, Make it Matter” invites reflection on how our profession is evolving alongside societal changes. One significant shift is the growing recognition of neurodiversity, and the implications this has for both clients and therapists. In the past, terms […]
As South Africans, Heritage Day is a time to celebrate the rich cultural diversity that defines our nation. From sharing a braai with friends and family, to embodying the spirit of Ubuntu, enjoying the warmth of storytelling around the fire, or coming together for a traditional family meal, these everyday traditions reflect the deep cultural […]
“I am a proudly South African deaf woman and I know what it feels like to be excluded … I am here to teach the included how to be inclusive towards the excluded”. Such powerful words from Mia le Roux, our newly crowned Miss SA. With that in mind, how special is it that we […]
Why Green? Spring is indeed a special time of the year, with the delightful sight of light green leaves adorning the once-bare winter tree branches and plants awakening with buds and vibrant blooms. It’s a season teeming with evidence of growth and life. Interestingly, OT week coincides with the rejuvenation of Spring, and it’s fitting […]
These are exciting times! CPD is changing and we believe for the better. More emphasis on sound evidence-based practice courses which are outcomes driven. More emphasis on OT-specific training that will develop your clinical skills as an OT in specific clinical areas. Courses matched to your skill level. More protection for the OT scope of […]
Happy (belated) new year! If you are anything like me you are still trying to figure out 2021 and cannot believe that January 2022 is finished and we are speeding through February faster than those downhill skiers at the Winter Olympics. Setting up The OT Link with my 2 great friends has been one […]
What does the Goal Attainment Scale workshop cover? Why should you consider including Goal Attainment Scaling in your practice? Here is a preview of the Goal Attainment Scaling workshop. Click here for more info on the Goal Attainment Scale Workshop
