IOTA MHSIS Journal Club Announcement

May Journal Club: Characteristics of Occupational Therapy Interventions for Community-Dwelling Adults With Anxiety: Protocol for a Scoping Review

The Indiana Occupational Therapy Association – Mental Health Special Interest Section (IOTA MHSIS) invites you to join our May Journal Club as we explore occupational therapy’s role in supporting community-dwelling adults experiencing anxiety. This session will focus on emerging evidence, intervention characteristics, and implications for practice across settings.

Date: May 19, 2026
⏰ Time: 7:00 PM (ET)
Format: Virtual Journal Club Discussion

Featured Article:
Characteristics of Occupational Therapy Interventions for Community-Dwelling Adults With Anxiety: Protocol for a Scoping Review
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10018378/

What We’ll Discuss

• Key characteristics and categories of OT interventions for anxiety

• How occupational engagement supports mental health and participation

• The role of sensory-informed and occupation-based approaches

• Gaps in current literature and implications for future research

• Translation of findings into real-world clinical and community practice

• Strategies for supporting clients with anxiety across diverse settings

Who Should Attend

• OT practitioners

• OT and OTA students

• Educators

• Emerging professionals

• Anyone interested in strengthening their understanding of mental health and sensory-informed OT practice

Join us for a supportive, engaging conversation and connect with colleagues who are passionate about advancing mental health occupational therapy in Indiana.

1 Free CEU for members
$10 for non-members