Date of Award
8-15-2026
Degree Name
Occupational Therapy, OTD
Document Type
Capstone
First Advisor
Amanda Mohler
Second Advisor
Ashley Stroud
Subject Categories
Medicine and Health Sciences | Occupational Therapy | Rehabilitation and Therapy
Abstract
Epilepsy is the fourth most common neurological disorder, affecting every 1 in 26 individuals during their lifetime. Individuals with epilepsy frequently experience barriers to employment, transportation, healthcare access, social participation, and more that influences occupational participation and quality of life. Despite the fact these factors fall under occupational therapy’s role and scope, many OT students do not receive adequate education about epilepsy, how to treat someone with epilepsy, and how to navigate community resources. The purpose of this doctoral capstone project was to develop and implement an epilepsy simulation that allows OT students to experience the everyday challenges faced by individuals living with epilepsy.
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Recommended Citation
Grissom Tolar, Cambria, "Epilepsy Simulation: Educating Occupational Therapy Students on Epilepsy and Community Resources" (2026). Occupational Therapy Doctoral Capstones. 87.
https://arch.astate.edu/nhp-ot-cap/87
