Poster Session
Issue Date: August 2019
Published Online: August 01, 2019
Updated: April 30, 2020
Exploring the Impact of Fatigue on Occupational Engagement of Young Adults With Rheumatic Conditions
Kristine Carandang, PhD, OTR/L; Janet Poole, PhD, OTR/L, FAOTA
Author Affiliations & Notes
  • University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA, USA
  • University of New Mexico, Albuquerque, NM, USA
Article Information
Musculoskeletal Impairments / Prevention and Intervention
Poster Session   |   August 01, 2019
Exploring the Impact of Fatigue on Occupational Engagement of Young Adults With Rheumatic Conditions
American Journal of Occupational Therapy, August 2019, Vol. 73, 7311515332. https://doi.org/10.5014/ajot.2019.73S1-PO4015
American Journal of Occupational Therapy, August 2019, Vol. 73, 7311515332. https://doi.org/10.5014/ajot.2019.73S1-PO4015
Abstract

Date Presented 04/05/19

This presentation reports on a qualitative study that explored the impact of fatigue on the occupational engagement of young adults with rheumatic conditions. Young adult participants reported limited success in reducing fatigue, which often interfered with their ability to balance career, home life, and social participation. Results of this study will inform the development of an occupation-based fatigue management intervention tailored to young adults’ age-specific needs.

Primary Author and Speaker: Kristine Carandang

Additional Authors and Speakers: Janet Poole