Year of Publication
2000
Date of Thesis
03-2000
Document Type
Thesis
Degree Name
Master of Science
Department
Occupational Therapy
Subject Categories
Occupational therapy for the aged; Physical fitness for the aged -- Psychological aspects; Intrinsic motivation
Abstract
Several research studies have been performed in occupational therapy research, looking at the concepts of patient incorporation, meaningful and purposeful occupations of intervention, and patient motivation. This study integrated these three concepts in order to compare subjects' performance in and perception of two upper extremity strengthening activities.
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Recommended Citation
Deskin, Megan Ann, "Increasing motivation in older adults" (2000). Ithaca College Theses. 69.
https://digitalcommons.ithaca.edu/ic_theses/69