Evidence-Based Practice & Research

Evidence-based practice (EBP) is based on the integration of critically appraised research results with the clinical expertise, and the client’s preferences, beliefs and values. To promote EBP, AOTA has developed a number of resources to assist members find and utilize clinically-relevant literature to respond to both their clients’ needs and to external demands for information from the scientific literature.

Learn more about AOTA's EBP resources.

The generation of research is critically important to advancing occupational therapy and ensuring the viability of the profession. AOTA’s research resources focus on:

• Research capacity: Training and Fellowships
• Improving research quality and quantity: Conducting Research
• Increasing awareness of occupational therapy research: Research Dissemination
• Advocacy for occupational therapy research: Advocacy Statements

Practice Guidelines4

See all children and adult guidelines--copies available for purchase.

Evidence Exchange4

Critically Appraised Papers and opportunities for member participation

Journal Club Toolkit4

An array of documents and resources for planning and implementing a journal club

Researcher Database4

Enter information about research to inform AOTA about the profession's research capacity

Research Opportunties Tables4

Learn about areas for future research and collaborate with other researchers

Evidence-Based Practice Resource Directory4

Database of EBP resources