Family-Centered Occupational Therapy Consultation for Children Under 18 Years Old: A Scoping Review.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Family-centered occupational therapy provided in children's natural environments can enhance learning, development, participation, and caregiver competence. Consultation is a key approach within this model. This scoping review examined the literature on family-centered occupational therapy consultation for individuals under 18 years old and its reported effects on families and goal achievement.

Method

Following PRISMA-ScR guidelines, five databases and gray literature were searched (2000-April 2025). Studies were included if they described synchronous consultation between families and occupational therapists. Data were extracted on study design, intervention characteristics, and outcomes.

Results

Then, 15 studies met inclusion criteria (12 quantitative an

SUBMITTER: Shahbazi M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12780857 | biostudies-literature | 2026

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature