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26 April 2023
Nothing grows in toxic environments
Despite what you might read on social media, we don’t live in the matrix. We’re not mere consciousness, isolated from the rest of the world. We have an environment around us that motivates, inhibits, sustains and harms.
03 March 2023
Men get eating disorders too
As part of Eating Disorder Awareness Week 2023, Specialist Occupational Therapist Esther Dark shares insight into her work as a PhD Student researching the meaning of anorexia at The University of Brighton. Eating disorders are often characterised as ‘female mental disorders’, leading to men’s...
13 February 2023
Returning to practice – Rachael’s story
Rachael Harrison did her Return to Practice (RTP) supervised practice placement at RCOT, as part of the Health Education England (HEE) RTP project. Before finishing her placement with us, she spoke to her supervisor Anne Keen, Professional Advisory Service Manager about her placement. 1. So,...
30 January 2023
RCOT and Toyota team up to provide expert advice for people with mobility issues using cars
Driving is a great way to be independent, enabling us to connect with other people, take part in social events, or travel to work. But for people with mobility issues there can be times when it is a challenge to get into, or out of, a car.
30 January 2023
Lift up your everyday with expert advice to help children’s mental health
As occupational therapists, we help children and young people develop, achieve and enjoy everyday life. We understand the importance of making meaningful connections and getting the balance of activities right.
20 January 2023
Innovation starts with a compelling case for change
The Innovation Hub pilot has been live for one month and we’ve been hearing from occupational therapists (OTs) about their cases for change with their improvement ideas. We’ve identified two categories of change with improvements aimed...
04 January 2023
Making the most of your membership
Do you want to get more out of your membership this year? We’ve got some ideas for you… Join us at events We’ll have hundreds of virtual and in person events for you this year – giving you the chance to learn and network. Many of them are free as part of your membership, including our...
03 January 2023
Careers in OT – moving into children's services
As part of our workforce strategy to help occupational therapists move into paediatrics, Dr Sally Payne, Professional Adviser – Children, Young People and Families shares her advice on how to give yourself the best chance at getting a role in children’s services. I recently spoke to an occupational...
03 January 2023
A new year, and a new approach to CPD?
Emma Grover, Professional Development Lead at RCOT, talks about the ways we can better record our continued professional development.
05 December 2022
The Spoon Theory
Rachel Booth-Gardiner, one of the founding members of AbleOTUK explains the Spoon Theory and how this aligns with occupational therapy.