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Navigating the Workplace After a Complex Brain Injury: How Occupational Therapy Makes a Difference

Navigating the Workplace After a Complex Brain Injury: How Occupational Therapy Makes a Difference

Returning to work after experiencing a complex brain injury can be an immense challenge. Such injuries, often resulting from severe trauma or illness affecting various parts of the brain, significantly impact a person’s ability to function in the workplace. In these circumstances, the expertise of an occupational therapist is […]

2023-11-16T15:16:10+00:00November 16th, 2023|Occupational Therapy|

The Unseen Connection: How Mental Health Can Affect Physical Health

The Unseen Connection: How Mental Health Can Affect Physical Health

In the fast-paced world, it’s easy to overlook the profound connection between our mental and physical well-being. Mental health isn’t confined to our minds alone; it has a significant impact on our physical health too. In this blog, we’ll delve into the intricate relationship between mental and physical health and understand how one […]

2023-11-01T16:36:57+00:00November 1st, 2023|Mental Health|

The Vital Role of Early Intervention in Occupational Therapy

The Vital Role of Early Intervention in Occupational Therapy

Occupational therapy is a holistic healthcare profession with a primary goal of helping adults of all ages live their lives to the fullest. It is a profession that centres on improving the quality of life, enhancing functional independence, and promoting overall well-being. This blog post explores the importance of early intervention in occupational therapy […]

2023-10-25T16:01:33+01:00October 25th, 2023|Occupational Therapy|

The Crucial Role of Mental Health in the Workplace

The Crucial Role of Mental Health in the Workplace

In today’s fast-paced and competitive world, the focus on productivity and efficiency has become paramount in the workplace. While organisations strive to maximise output and profits, they often overlook a fundamental aspect that directly influences their bottom line: the mental health of their employees. The significance of mental health at work cannot be understated, as it profoundly impacts not only individual well-being but also […]

2023-09-20T14:09:54+01:00September 20th, 2023|Mental Health|

Occupational Therapy V Occupational Science

Occupational Science vs. Occupational Therapy: Unpacking the Differences

Occupational science and occupational therapy are two closely related fields that revolve around the concept of occupation. While they share common ground, they are distinct in their goals, approaches, and methodologies. In this blog, we will delve into the key differences between occupational science and occupational therapy, shedding light on their unique roles in enhancing […]

2023-09-20T11:30:57+01:00September 20th, 2023|Occupational Therapy|

The Menopause – The Importance of Inclusive and Supportive Workplaces

The Menopause – The Importance of Inclusive and Supportive Workplaces

In this blog post, we will be explaining how menopause affects women, the effect this can have on their workplace health and how KMA can help.

Read our previous blog about reasonable adjustments here.

If you, or someone you know will benefit from our services, please do not hesitate to get in touch today. Our team of experts […]

2023-02-21T13:21:25+00:00February 21st, 2023|Mental Health, Occupational Therapy|

What is a Reasonable Adjustment?

What is a Reasonable Adjustment?

In this blog post, we will discuss reasonable adjustments.

Reasonable adjustments for workers with disabilities or health conditions are a set of protected characteristics whereby the employer is legally obliged (under the Equality Act  2010) to make adjustments and accommodations in order for the employee to undertake their roles and duties without an unfair advantage. 

Did […]

2023-02-17T11:16:34+00:00February 17th, 2023|Vocational Rehabilitation|

What is Depression?

What is Depression?

It is very normal to have bad days, to feel sad and tired but these symptoms usually go away after a short period of time and can be pinpointed to certain reasons such as the loss of a loved one, or stress at work. Clinical depression can be categorised as long periods of sadness, hopelessness and negative thoughts that last persistently. These symptoms […]

2023-02-01T12:04:26+00:00February 1st, 2023|Mental Health|

Who We Work With

Who We Work With

Occupational therapy is extremely versatile and can help people of all ages to overcome barriers to their function. These barriers could be due to accident, injury or illness (including mental health). Occupational therapists are dual-trained in mental and physical health, this holistic approach ensures that therapy covers all aspects of a person’s life and not just […]

2023-01-25T10:29:20+00:00January 25th, 2023|Occupational Therapy, Vocational Rehabilitation|

What is Reframing?

What is Reframing?

In this blog post, we will be exploring the idea of reframing thoughts, explaining how to do this technique and its benefits. Did you read our previous blog about early intervention? Read it here. 

What is reframing?

Reframing is a cognitive tool often used in therapy to help an individual shift their perspective. In the 1960’s, American psychiatrist Aaron Temkin Beck developed ‘Cognitive therapy’ which […]

2022-12-01T11:51:23+00:00December 1st, 2022|Mental Health, Tips|
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