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The purpose of Recreational Therapy for Older Adults, second edition, is to provide a comprehensive textbook for teaching an undergraduate or graduate course in recreational therapy or therapeutic recreation for older adults. This textbook provides unique information on evidence-based practices for older adults not covered in other texts. It connects students to health and human service competencies in the field of geriatrics, gerontology, and interprofessional practice. Recreational Therapy for Older Adults, second edition, will be key to preparing a workforce that is qualified to provide services to an aging world. Moreover, the approximately 30% of the CTRS™s who work with older adults will want to purchase this book for their professional libraries. Updates in the second edition include: 1) an emphasis on the ATRA competencies study (Porter et al., 2019) related to RTs who work with older adults 2) a chapter focusing on the implications of COVID-19 and preparedness for the next pandemic. 3) Based on changes in the field, substantial updates were made to the chapters on Assessment and Interventions.
Introduction
About the Authors
Introduction to Recreational Therapy and Older Adults
Introduction: Recreational Therapists Need to Study Aging
Recreational Therapy Services for Older Adults
Competencies for Recreational Therapy with Older Adults
Federal Law Impacting Older Adult Services
Defining “Old”
Terminology Surrounding the Study of Older Adults
Why Recreational Therapists Need to Study Aging
Conclusion
Reading Comprehension Questions
Suggested Classroom Activities
Multiple Choice Questions
References
The Facts
Introduction
Demographics
Health Disparities
Centers for Medicaid and Medicare (CMS) Federal Regulations
Conclusion
Reading Comprehension Questions
Suggested Classroom Activities
Multiple Choice Questions
References
Healthy Aging and the Compression of Morbidity
Introduction
Biological Aging
Typical Processes of Aging by Body System
Chronicity
Healthy Aging
Conclusion
Reading Comprehension Questions
Suggested Classroom Activities
Multiple Choice Questions
References
Biological Factors and Theories of Aging and Longevity
Introduction
Life Span, Life Expectancy, and Healthy Life Expectancy
Biological Theories of Aging
Finding Longevity
Blue Zones
Conclusion
Multiple Choice Questions
References
Chronic, Acute Health Conditions and Geriatric Syndromes
Introduction
Chronic Illness
Common Chronic Illnesses
Helping Older Adults with Chronic Illness
Geriatric Syndromes
Polypharmacy
Acute Illness
Conclusion
Reading Comprehension Questions
Suggested Classroom Activities
Multiple Choice Questions
References
Psychological Perspectives, Mental Health, and Mental Disorders
Introduction
Psychological Perspectives
Mental Health
Mental Disorders
Depression and Anxiety Disorders
Psychoactive Medications
Use of Non-Pharmacological Interventions
Conclusion
Reading Comprehension Questions
Suggested Classroom Activities
References
Theoretical Concepts to Inform Recreational Therapy Practice
Introduction: The Importance of Theory
Health Promotion Models
Recreational Therapy Theories/Models
Social and Psychological Theories Related to Older Age
Conclusion
Reading Comprehension Questions
Suggested Classroom Activities
Multiple Choice Questions
References
Assessing Older Adults
Introduction
Assessment
Assessments for Older Adults
Federal Assessment
Recreational Therapy Assessment for Older Adults
Sensitivity
Research on Assessments in Recreational Therapy Practice: What’s Really Happening?
Creating a Standardized Assessment
Conclusion
Reading Comprehension Questions
Suggested Classroom Activities
Multiple Choice Questions
References
Interventions for Older Adults
Introduction
Behavior Management
Cognitive Stimulation and Maintenance
Engagement
Hospice/Palliative Care
Pain Management
Physical Improvement and Maintenance
Psychosocial Functioning and Mood Management
Conclusion
Reading Comprehension Questions
Suggested Classroom Activities
Multiple Choice Questions
References
Falls Prevention for Older Adult
Introduction
Symptoms of Impaired Balance
Resources
Protocol for Restorative Falls Prevention Program
Multiple Choice Questions
References
The Roles of the Recreational Therapist
Introduction
Ombudsmen Reconciliation Act (OBRA)
Differences between Recreational Therapy and Activities Professionals
Role of the Recreational Therapist
The Four Major Roles
Quality of Life
Culture Change
Activity Services
Conclusion
Reading Comprehension Questions
Suggested Classroom Activities
References
Job Settings
Introduction
Professional Profile
Continuum of Care
Job Settings
Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH)
Conclusion
Reading Comprehension Questions
Suggested Classroom Activities
Multiple Choice Questions
References
COVID-19, Older Adults and Recreational Therapy
Introduction
Multiple Choice Questions
References