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About the Collection
This collection contains graduate student theses and dissertations from the UNLV Department of Brain Health Occupational Therapy. Records are organized by Year, Author, and Title. To view the entire collection of UNLV theses and dissertations across all programs, visit the UNLV Theses, Dissertations, Professional Papers, and Capstones collection.
Theses/Dissertations from 2026
Effectiveness of Cognitive Stimulation Therapy on the Quality of Life of Adults with Dementia: A Secondary Analysis, Evelyn Airam
Integrating Social-Emotional Learning to Foster Regulation and a Positive Classroom Climate, Klarika Meghan V. Alquisada
Fostering Adolescents’ Social-Emotional Skills in a Community Setting, Elizabeth Benitez
Got Sleep?: The Introduction of Sleep Hygiene to Justice Involved Individuals, Charisma Lynn Cato
Enhancing Accessibility and Inclusivity in the Performing Arts with Occupational Therapy Frameworks, Carmela Clarice Tabora Clave
Enhancing Independence: A Home Environmental Safety Program for Stroke Survivors, Ka'iulani-Joy Genevieve Conlu
Inclusiveness with Sensory Maps; Enhancing Engagement in a Children's Museum, Victoria E. Davila
An Occupation-Based Protocol for Mobile-Gaming Ergonomics, Lan Doan
The Lotus Project: An Occupation-Based Online Module to Support Healthy Matrescence, Virginia Genato
Promoting Classroom Management Through Elementary Teacher Education on Movement-Based Social-Emotional Learning, Daija Renee Georgette
The Impact of Youth Sport on Occupational Balance: A Survey Study, Sean Jones
The Exploration of Leisure Occupations for Older Adults, Chloe Jisoo Kang
Feasibility of High-Intensity Training (HIT) for Academic Engagement in Young Adult Women, Raleah Tenorio Kastner
Developing a Health Education Program for Adults Reentering the Community After Incarceration, Tiffany Ayame Kinugawa-Larsen
Postpartum Depression Protocols in a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit: Benefits and Outcomes, Myrnnda Miller
Supporting Staff Social-Emotional Learning through an After-School Program, Alexis Monique Molina
Efficacy of Dorsal Application Kinesio® Tex Tape on Esports Performance, Charlie Moua
Addressing Sleep Health in the Fire Service: A Sleep Hygiene Education Program, Alyssa Elizabeth Neal
Sense of Belonging and Professional Identity in Acute Care Occupational Therapists: A Phenomenological Study, Shania Marion D. Novilla
The Impact of Language-Concordant Diagnosis Education on Discharge Readiness for Spanish-Speaking Patients, Jorge Noel Perdomo Rodriguez
Psychological Impact of Nexus Program on Persons Living with Mild Dementia, Kaleigh Gailynn Quinlan
Identifying Well-Being Factors for At-Risk Young Adult Women: A Scoping Review, Carolina A. Quinonez
Expanding Neurological Interventions: An Aquatic-Based Occupational Therapy Toolkit for Inpatient Rehabilitation, Kate Jannelle Rye
Movement-Based Program to Support Quality of Life for Adults with Down Syndrome, Jillian Sanalila
Efficacy of the Dorsal Application of Kinesiotape for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome on Sleep, Alyanna San Pedro
Exploring Lifestyle Habits Between Gamers and Non-Gamers: A Survey-Based Approach, Janavi Sathappan
Exploring a Boxing Community Exercise Porgram for Women with Parkinson's Disease, Emily Truong
Development and Evaluation of a Training Program on Pain Assessments for Pediatric Care Teams in Skilled Nursing Facilities, Rudy Velasquez-Correa
Application of Occupational Therapy Task-Oriented for Chronic Post-Stroke Rehabilitation: A Case Study, Gia Nghi Vu
Examining the Effects of Tailored Ergonomic Interventions on Reducing Musculoskeletal Disorders for Taxi Drivers, Amal Youssouf
Theses/Dissertations from 2025
Correlation Between ATNR Retention and Sensory Processing Difficulties in a Pediatric Occupational Therapy Population, Cassaundra H. Abernathy
Ethnoracial Characterization of Cognitive Function and Activities of Daily Living in Neurodegenerative Diseases, Justine A. Bachmann
Empowering Educators to Improve Social Emotional Behaviors Among K-8 Students: Quality Improvement Project, Paige Yael Bister
Bridging the Gap: A Quality Improvement Initiative to Enhance Interoception Resources for Pediatric Oncology OTs, Dana Louise Lomotan Doolittle
Plagiocephaly in Premature Infants: Enhancing NICU Caregiver Education, Hailee Efferson
Enhancing Therapeutic Use of Self: The Value of Unfolding Case Studies in Occupational Therapy Education, Janel Marie Gozum
Acquired Brain Injury Education: Utilizing Unfolding Case Studies to Improve Critical Thinking Skills in Occupational Therapy Students, Katherine Hathaway
Enhancing Documentation Proficiency: Feasibility of Integrating EHR Go & Unfolding Case Studies in Occupational Therapy Education, Jeffery D. Holland Jr.
The Impact of Psychosocial Factors on Occupational Therapy Doctoral Students’ Communication with Fieldwork Educators: A Retrospective Analysis, Melissa Montes
Exploring the Occupation of Parenting with a Cognitive Disability, Alysa Polley
Gaming Participation: An Occupational Therapy Approach to Esports Ergonomics, Althea Rivera-Millare
Maximizing Functional Independence and Well-Being: The Impact of Sensory Impairments on IADLS and Functional Mobility Skills, Jessica L. Ryan
How Returning to Work And Sense of Belonging Influence Acquired Brain Injury Survivors: A Descriptive Case Study, Shaina Saribay-Talana
Clinical Decision Making in Pelvic Floor Therapy the OT Difference, Diana Sisorova
Less Pain, More Game: Red Kinesiology Tape on Carpal Tunnel Syndrome and Occupational Performance in FPS Esports, Sarah Ashley Taing
Rebuilding Father-Child Bonds: Group Therapeutic Writing for Fathers Transitioning From Incarceration, Lynne Truong
Emerging Adult Gamers: Nutritional Insights on Dietary Intake, Physical Well-Being, and Occupational Performance, Justine Dualan Tuason
Theses/Dissertations from 2024
Preparing Occupational Therapy Students in a Role-Emerging Private School-Based Setting, Jerome Amigo
The Effect of an Occupational Balance Educational Module on Life Satisfaction and Occupational Balance for University Students, Unique Bowden
Occupational Therapy-Led Tai Chi: Elevating Perceived Competence in Daily Activities Among Semi/Fully Retired Adults, Lester Buenviaje
Acculturation Stress and Social Participation Amongst Elderly Filipino Immigrants, Mary Julianne Canda
Improving Patients’ Readiness for Discharge: The Development of An Occupation-Based Group Therapy Protocol in Inpatient Rehabilitation, Valerie Cheng
Perceptions of a Community-Based Playgroup to Promote Caregiver Knowledge of Resources and Prevention of Developmental Delays in a Rural Setting, Chesnee Clingman
Educational Series on Sensory Processing Differences and Sensory-Related Responses: An Occupational Therapy Perspective to Promote Caregiver Understanding, Jessemae Delarmente
Can Occupational Therapy Take a HIT? A Guide to High-Intensity Training in Stroke Rehabilitation, Jared Demke
Biopsychosocial Occupational Therapy Interventions for Complex Regional Pain Syndrome – A Pilot Manuscript, Cinthia Hartman
Linking Scholarly Learning Activities and Professional Identity in OTD Students, Andrew Loc Ho
Pediatric Trauma-Informed Care and Implications for Occupational Therapy Practitioners, Quaneka Hoskin-Chase
Increasing Self-Efficacy with Menstrual Management for Young Adults Experiencing Homelessness Using the Inclusive “U N ME” Education Program, Edellene Ignacio
Developing a College Readiness Skills Program Aimed at Improving Self-Efficacy for Foster Youth in Academic Settings, Natasa Janjusic
Pain Management Series for Stroke: Identifying Teaching Methods to Increase Clinical Self-Efficacy for Occupational Therapy Doctoral Students, Apasara Jittprasert
The Feasibility of High-Intensity Training to Improve Self-Control and Occupational Participation in At-Risk Adolescents, Tashia Kaplan
Interdisciplinary Education on Using the Combilizer For Grooming Tasks in the Intensive Care Unit, Bonnie Lei
Mindfulness for Middle School Students Receiving Adapted Physical Education Services: Quality Improvement Program, Kaila Mangrum
Seated Athletes' Motivation For Participation In Wheelchair Sports: A Qualitative Study, Audrey Lynn Miller
Feasibility of an Occupation-Based Intervention Manual for Outpatient Hand Clinics, Mia Moralez
Increasing Swim Instructors' Perceived Knowledge of Sensory-Based Strategies When Coaching Children Who May Have Sensory Differences, Gabrielle Palmer
Tummy Time Toolkit: Incorporating Social-Emotional Strategies to Increase Caregiver Home Programming Compliance, Marsha Rattler
Students’ Learning about Occupation in an Occupational Therapy Program, Erik Regalado
Development of a Cue-Based Feeding Education Program to Enhance the Self-Efficacy of NICU Caregivers, Jazmin Rivera
Improving Occupational Therapy Student Utilization Through A Community Engagement Program For Individuals With Dementia, Andrew Stevenson
The Effects of a Low-Intensity Aerobic Exercise Program to Enhance Occupational Performance and Quality of Life in Diabetic Patients, Asia Suriyachottakul
The Impact of Educating Interprofessional Healthcare Workers on the Role of Occupational Therapy in the Cardiac Acute Care Setting, Jennifer L. Taosuvanna
Effectiveness of an Occupational Therapy-Focused Stroke Transitional Care Program in an Inpatient Rehabilitation Facility, Danniel Tapat
An Educational Toolkit for Addressing Women’s Sexual Health and Activity: Preparation for Occupational Therapists, Brittan Wright
Theses/Dissertations from 2023
The Feasibility of a Large-Amplitude Aquatic-Based Exercise Occupational Therapy Program for Individuals with Early Parkinson’s Disease, Brigitte Baker
Driving and Community Mobility: An Online Educational Program for Generalist Occupational Therapy Practitioners, Gerard Blanco
Promoting Early Detection in Primary Care: Program Evaluation of The Dementia Care Aware Program in Orange County, Ennah Cabading
An Immersive Virtual Reality Treatment Learning Module for UNLV Occupational Therapy Students, Paolo Castro
Acquired Brain Injury: A Vision Screening Protocol for Occupational Therapists, Sebastian Cheung
Occupational Therapy Fieldwork in an Emerging Justice-Based Setting: HOPE for Prisoners, Noah Claypool
Addressing Vision Impairments Following Neurological Injuries: A Vision Protocol for Occupational Therapists, Dyrin Cordero
The Efficacy of an Educational Toolkit to Enhance Knowledge of Pediatric Reflux Management among Occupational Therapists, Kelly Cullerton
Ergonomic Education for Entry-Level Administrative Staff, Mitzi De La Cruz-Garcia
Feasibility of the Every Moment Counts Initiative at a Southern Nevada Elementary School, Amber Lee Eddy
An Educational Sleep Hygiene Module for UNLV Students to Promote Occupational Performance, Therese Fernandez
Promoting the Benefits of An Occupational Therapy Health and Wellness Coaching Program for Adults Living with Chronic Illnesses and Their Self-Management, Natasha Findley
Utilizing an Interdisciplinary Approach: Education of Early Progressive Mobility Protocol in the ICU/Acute Setting, Mary Ashley Galan-Gornal
Increasing Self-Perceived Competence in Performing Independent Living Skills among Unhoused Youth and Young Adults, Stacie M. Gomez
Nonpharmacological Pain Management of Adult Patients in the Burn Unit: An Interdisciplinary Toolkit Through the Occupational Therapy Lens, Taylor Harrison-Merrill
Increasing Foster Parent Awareness of An Occupation-Based Approach to Child Well-Being, Taylar Hirte
Perceived Usefulness, Ease of Use, and Satisfaction of a Swaddle Bathing Educational Guide Among Parents/Guardians of NICU Premature Infants, Makenzie Leigh Hogbin