These findings have implications for use of terminology in policy and public health strategies targeting sedentary time reduction in older adults.

Sedentary behaviour is negatively associated with several health outcomes and is particularly problematic among older adults. Knowledge translation tools and public health promotion strategies are needed; however, little evidence is available to inform framing of such tools or development of intervention programs. The aim of the present study was to use data on the perceptions of sedentary time and the programs or supports older adults identify as important for reducing their sedentary time, to inform knowledge translation strategies targeting this population. Focus groups were conducted with four groups of older adults (n = 26) at local seniors' centres (Ontario, Canada). Participants were 74 ± 8.5 years old and were engaging in both sedentary and physical activities in a social environment. Using the Ecological Model for sedentary time in adults, we categorized data into leisure time, household, transport and occupation domains. Intrinsic and extrinsic factors that worked to either discourage or promote sedentary behaviour were identified. Drawing on both groupings of data, results were synthesized to inform public health strategies on appropriate messaging and better uptake of programming and guidelines. For example, successful programs developed on the topic will need to include a social component and a mentally stimulating component, as these were identified as critical for enjoyment and motivation. It was clear from this analysis that sedentary time reduction strategies will need to consider the different domains in which older adults accumulate sedentary time.

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Over the years, the construct of resilience has been increasing in complexity, indicated by the lack of consensus in its definition, operationalization, and measurement. Resiliency in military families is of particular interest given the nature of military life. A narrative review explored and synthesized how resilience and resiliency are understood in the military family literature. Twenty references were identified and underwent a detailed data extraction process focused on descriptions of resilience. Five themes were identified: the difference between resilience and resiliency, intrafamilial factors, processes that enhance military family resiliency, the role of context, and family–context interactions. These themes have informed the development of a synthesis of models of family resiliency that can reveal areas of vital significance for military families and serve as an important starting point to inform ongoing research and theory development for this population.

Background. People who are diagnosed with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) can experience disruptions in their daily occupations. Occupational therapists may assist clients with PTSD to reengage in meaningful occupations. Purpose. This scoping review aims to identify and describe the ways occupational therapy addresses PTSD in clinical practice. Method. Scholarly databases were searched for documents relating to occupational therapy and PTSD. Two reviewers independently applied selection criteria and systematically extracted information. Data were extracted and synthesized in a narrative format. Findings. Fifty sources met inclusion criteria and three major themes were identified: recognizing trauma within specific populations, PTSD's impact on a range of occupations, and occupational therapy's response to PTSD. Implications. Occupational therapists are working in multidisciplinary teams to reduce the impact of PTSD on the daily occupations of their clients. More effectiveness studies are required to understand the outcomes of occupational therapy interventions for clients with PTSD. Abré gé Description. Les personnes ayant un diagnostic de trouble de stress post-traumatique (TSPT) peuvent vivre une perturbation de leurs occupations quotidiennes. Les ergothérapeutes peuvent aider les clients ayant un TSPT à recommencer à participer à des occupations signifiantes. But. Cet examen de la portée vise à identifier et décrire les façons dont l'ergothérapie aborde le TSPT en pratique clinique. Mé thodologie. Une recension des bases de données de la documentation en ergothérapie a été effectuée pour repérer des documents concernant l'ergothérapie et le TSPT. Deux évaluateurs ont appliqué les critères de sélection de manière indépendante et ont systématiquement extrait de l'information. Les données ont été extraites et synthétisées sous une forme narrative. Ré sultats. Cinquante sources répondaient aux critères de sélection et trois principaux thèmes ont été identifiés: reconnaître le traumatisme au sein de populations spécifiques; le TSPT a un impact sur un éventail d'occupations; et les interventions proposées en ergothérapie pour le TSPT. Consé quences. Les ergothérapeutes travaillent dans des équipes multidisciplinaires pour réduire l'impact des TSPT sur les occupations quotidiennes de leurs clients. D'autres études de l'efficacité sont requises pour mieux comprendre les résultats des interventions ergothérapiques pour les clients ayant un TSPT.