Harnessing Motivation: Unleashing Recovery Potential

EPISODE TITLE: Harnessing Motivation: Unleashing Recovery Potential What really drives someone to keep going after a stroke — even when it’s hard? EPISODE SUMMARY: In this episode of NOGGINS & NEURONS: Brain Injury Recovery Simplified, Doro and Deb dive deep into the heart of recovery: motivation. Whether you're a survivor, clinician, or care partner, this conversation is packed with insights to help you light (and maintain) that motivational fire. We explore: 🔑 What motivation is and why it matters more than you think🔁 The proven process Doro’s team uses to help clients stay focused and forward-moving💪 How self-efficacy impacts momentum and long-term success🧠 A reminder that stroke recovery is a marathon (not a sprint)😴 Working with post-stroke fatigue for optimal success🧰 Tools that assess motivation and reveal strengths worth building on🤝 Why strong care partner training is a game-changer🧭 The power of adaptive planning — and why flexibility = success If you’ve ever felt stuck, unmotivated, or unsure how to keep yourself or someone you love moving forward, this episode will give you a fresh perspective and real-world strategies. 🎙️ Tune in and let’s turn the recovery spark into a flame. We hope you enjoyed this episode of Noggins And Neurons. As always, we want to hear from you! Email us at [e-mail] Show References Research Articles Argent, R., Daly, A., & Caulfield, B. (2018). Patient Involvement With Home-Based Exercise Programs: Can Connected Health Interventions Influence Adherence?. JMIR mHealth and uHealth, 6(3), e47. https://doi.org/10.2196/mhealth.8518 Driscoll, R., Fitzpatrick, L., Karsten, J., Scott, S., & Winters, E. (2021). Care Partner Carryover Day: A Formalized Training Program to Improve Care Partner Preparedness for Pt’s. with ABI Prior to D/C home. Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, 102(10), e52 Ghorbani, S. (2019). Motivational effects of enhancing expectancies and autonomy for motor learning: An examination of the OPTIMAL theory. The Journal of General Psychology, 146(1), 79-92. Rolls, E.T. (2023). Emotion, motivation, decision-making, the orbitofrontal cortex, anterior cingulate cortex, and the amygdala. Brain Structure and Function, 228, 1201-1257. https://doi.org/10.1007/s00429-023-02644-9 Siegle, F. (2024). The role of synaptic plasticity in learning and memory: A neurophysiological perspective. The Cognitive Neuroscience Journal, (7)4. Yoshida, T., Otaka, Y., Osu, R., Kumagai, M, Kitamura, S., & Yaeda, J. (2021). Motivation for rehabilitation in patients with subacute stroke: A qualitative study. Frontiers in Rehabilitation, 2:664758. doi: 10.3389/fresc.2021.664758 Assessments: Eppworth Sleepiness ScaleFatigue Severity ScaleCanadian Occupation Performance Measure (COPM)Motor Activity Log Heart Rate Variability YouTube Videos: Scientific Explanation The Science of Heart Rate Variability (HRV): Health, Wellness & Performance by Dr Cailbhe Doherty Guided HRV Breathing Exercise Heart Coherence Breathing Exercise | HRV Resonant Cardiac Breathwork by Take A Deep Breath Previous Episodes Referenced Super Survivor Kathy Spencer on Successful RecoveryEmpowering Recovery with Survivor Angela Wingfield, PTA Resources Mentioned in This Episode The Aligned Professional Mini Course THERAPY PRACTICE RESOURCES: DEB’S RESOURCES The Aligned Professional Mini CourseBeyond the Basics: Motor Recovery Bootcamp (Modified Constraint Induced Movement Therapy Guide) The OT's Guide to Mirror TherapyOccupational Therapy Intervention: Scavenger Hunt Visual Scanning for AdultsOccupational Therapy Intervention 2 Pack: Scavenger Hunt & Visual Trails for AdultsNoggins And Neurons Podcast Creative Learning & Discussion Guide PETE’S blog and book, “Stronger After Stroke: Your Roadmap to Recovery” 3rd edition: Blog: blogspot.comBook: Stronger After Stroke, 3rd edition DORO’S OT PRACTICE – The Neuro Hub REQUEST TO BE A GUEST ON NOGGINS & NEURONS. If you’re passionate about stroke recovery and have information or a story you believe will help others, we’d love help you share it on the show. Complete the guest request form below and let’s see if we’re a good fit! Guest Request FormMUSIC: “Soft Inspiration” by Scott Holmes/Scott Holmes Music/scottholmesmusic.com ✨Google Podcasts ✨iTunes ✨Spotify