Health and resiliency programs for occupational therapy students

Effectiveness of Health and Resilience Programming for Occupational Therapy Students

NA · Loma Linda University · NCT05956756

This study is testing if adding health and resiliency programs to the coursework helps occupational therapy students feel better about themselves and improve their mental well-being.

Quick facts

PhaseNA
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment130 (estimated)
Ages18 Years to 65 Years
SexAll
SponsorLoma Linda University (other)
Locations1 site (Loma Linda, California)
Trial IDNCT05956756 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This study explores the effectiveness of integrating health and resiliency programs into the curriculum for Entry-Level Doctor of Occupational Therapy students. It aims to assess students' perceptions of the program's benefits, as well as its impact on lifestyle behaviors, self-esteem, attachment security, mindfulness, and symptoms of depression and anxiety. Students will participate in resilience programming as part of their coursework and complete pre and post assessments to evaluate the program's effectiveness. Qualitative data will also be gathered through discussion board posts, interviews, or focus groups to supplement the quantitative findings.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are students enrolled in the Entry-Level Doctor of Occupational Therapy program at Loma Linda University between June 2023 and June 2029.

Not a fit: Patients who are not enrolled in the occupational therapy program or are outside the specified age range may not receive benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this program could significantly enhance the mental health and well-being of occupational therapy students.

How similar studies have performed: While there may be limited studies specifically targeting occupational therapy students, similar health and resiliency programs have shown positive outcomes in other educational settings.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* students enrolled in the Entry Level Doctor of Occupational Therapy program at Loma Linda University
* Enrolled during June 2023 to June 2029
* Between 18-65 years of age
* Of any gender
* Of any ethnic background

Exclusion Criteria:

* N/A

Where this trial is running

Loma Linda, California

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.

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Conditions: Health and Wellbeing of Occupational Therapy Students

Last reviewed 2026-05-15 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.