'For occupational therapy student and professional hip-hop dancer Nina Petersen, movement is more than a performance - it is a way of understanding people, building relationships and creating meaning.' Studying OT has broadened her understanding of how health is shaped not only by illness, but by circumstances, relationships and everyday life. 'Petersen encourages young women entering university not to abandon the passions they had before they began studying.' Watch Nina within our video library - here or via The OT Hub app.

'Perhaps the most enduring contribution of occupational therapy is not simply that a child learns to complete an occupation more independently. It is that they leave therapy believing they are capable of participating in occupations they once believed were beyond them... Skills enable participation, but occupational identity often determines whether those skills are ever used. The child leaves believing they are someone who can.' Upgraded to OT+? Read this new article now!

The impact of ORA is an increasing area of public health interest, with evidence of physical, psychological and social benefits in community and mental health settings. Until this 2026 systematic review, no research had explored benefits during inpatient rehab for physical illness or injury. Studies included walking, horticultural and mixed activities in hospital grounds, gardens, rooftops and greenhouses, across neurological, musculoskeletal and cardiorespiratory conditions. View this paper within the Acute Care/Rehabilitation theme of the Research Portal.

Some of the symptoms creating challenges for those with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder may also contribute to a greater capacity for creativity under the right circumstances. Reduced focus may also generate more creative ideas. According to a new research paper, half of US adults working in creative industries identify as neurodivergent, compared with 31% of the general population. However, 90% report "masking" or hiding their neurological differences at work. Read this and other OT-related news and stories, via an OT+ Membership.

'Continuing professional development (CPD) should extend beyond simply acquiring clinical knowledge. It should create space for occupational therapists to reflect, reconnect with their professional purpose, build authentic peer relationships and experience personal renewal, alongside professional growth. By combining quality education with immersive cultural experiences and intentional community building, retreat-style learning can create a uniquely transformative environment for clinicians.'

"I'm an entry-level OTD student, who is incredibly passionate about hospice and end-of-life care, and I'm looking to connect with an occupational therapist who shares that passion... I'm hoping to find a mentor with experience in hospice, who will be willing to connect with me occasionally throughout the capstone, to discuss interventions and resources, or to share experiences working in this unique practice setting... I'd love to connect!" Reach and network with Emely right here, or via The OT Hub app.