Dr Kirsti Haracz
Senior Lecturer
School of Health Sciences (Occupational Therapy)
- Email:kirsti.haracz@newcastle.edu.au
- Phone:(02) 4921 6338
Career Summary
Biography
Kirsti Haracz is a lecturer in occupational therapy at the University of Newcastle. Before entering academia Kirsti worked as an occupational therapist in both Australia and the United Kingdom for 13 years. Since coming to the University of Newcastle in 2006 Kirsti has been involved in designing and delivering courses about group processes, mental health, and leisure and lifestyle in the Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (Hons) Program. Kirsti has also been involved in the delivery of a cross-disciplinary research methods course. Kirsti is currently co-supervising four PhD students and five honours students and has supervised 17 honours students in previous years. She is a member of the Critically Appraised Papers Advisory Board for the Australian Occupational Therapy Journal and a reviewer for a number of journals.
Kirsti’s area of specialty both in her clinical career and in her research and teaching, is the field of mental health. In particular Kirsti is interested in the nexus between physical and mental health and the role of lifestyle in promoting and maintaining health. Kirsti’s PhD research explored the experience of women with schizophrenia spectrum disorders of managing their weight. Kirsti has also been involved in other studies exploring related issues such as the role of occupational therapists in addressing issues of diet in people with mental illness, and the role of occupational therapy in addressing obesity.
Kirsti is also passionate about helping to effectively prepare future occupational therapists for mental health practice. She collaborated with academics from the school of performing arts to design a model for providing simulation in a mental health occupational therapy course. She is also a member of a group of mental health occupational therapy academics from across Australia and New Zealand researching curriculum design to prepare occupational therapists for mental health practiceResearch Expertise
My major areas of research interest include: physical health of people with mental health disorders, occupational therapy in mental health, occupational therapy and obesity, and occupational therapy education.
Teaching Expertise
I have responsibility for curriculum development, teaching and course co-ordination of courses relating to mental health and psychosocial well being, group processes and groups as therapy and lifestyle and leisure in the Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (Hons) Program. I have also been involved in the delivery of a cross disciplinary research methods course.
Qualifications
- Doctor of Philosophy, University of Newcastle
- Master of Science (Occupational Therapy), Coventry University - England
- Bachelor of Applied Science (Occupational Therapy), University of Sydney
Keywords
- Grounded Theory
- Groupwork
- Lifestyle
- Mental Health
- Obesity
- Occupational Therapy
- Occupational Therapy Education
- Qualitative Research
Fields of Research
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420104 | Occupational therapy | 100 |
Professional Experience
UON Appointment
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Senior Lecturer | University of Newcastle School of Health Sciences Australia |
Publications
For publications that are currently unpublished or in-press, details are shown in italics.
Chapter (1 outputs)
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Haracz K, McKay E, Mahon D, Donellan G, Sheldon S, Ryan S, 'Participation and inclusion. Mental health service users' live experience - an international study.', Participation in health and welfare services. Professional concepts and lived experience., Routledge, Oxford 209-225 (2017) [B1]
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Journal article (27 outputs)
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2024 |
Newby MJ, Lane SJ, Haracz K, Tona J, Palazzi K, Lambkin D, 'Sensory processing in children with Paediatric Acute-onset Neuropsychiatric Syndrome.', Aust Occup Ther J, (2024) [C1]
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2022 |
Sammut M, Haracz K, Shakespeare D, English C, Crowfoot G, Fini N, et al., 'Physical Activity After Transient Ischemic Attack or Mild Stroke Is Business as Usual', Journal of Neurologic Physical Therapy, 46 189-197 (2022) [C1] Background and Purpose: Regular, sustained moderate-to-vigorous physical activity (MVPA) is a recommended strategy to reduce the risk of recurrent stroke for people who have had t... [more] Background and Purpose: Regular, sustained moderate-to-vigorous physical activity (MVPA) is a recommended strategy to reduce the risk of recurrent stroke for people who have had transient ischemic attack (TIA) or mild stroke. This study aimed to explore attitudes toward, and experience of engaging in physical activity by adults following a TIA or mild stroke. Methods: Constructivist grounded theory methodology informed data collection and analysis. Interviews from 33 adults with TIA or mild stroke (mean age 65 [SD 10] years, 48% female, 40% TIA) were collected. Results: Business as usual characterized physical activity engagement post-TIA or mild stroke. Most participants returned to prestroke habits, as either regular exerciser or nonexerciser, with only a small number making changes. Influencing factors for physical activity participation included information, challenges, strategies, and support. Business as usual was associated with a perceived lack of information to suggest a need to change behaviors. Nonexercisers and those who decreased physical activity emphasized challenges to physical activity, while regular exercisers and those who increased physical activity focused on strategies and support that enabled participation despite challenges. Discussion and Conclusion: Information about the necessity to engage in recommended physical activity levels requires tailoring to the needs of the people with TIA or mild stroke. Helpful information in combination with support and strategies may guide how to navigate factors preventing engagement and might influence the low level of physical activity prevalent in this population. Video Abstract available for more insights from the authors (see the Video, Supplemental Digital Content 1 available at: Http://links.lww.com/JNPT/A376).
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Sammut M, Fini N, Haracz K, Nilsson M, English C, Janssen H, 'Increasing time spent engaging in moderate-to-vigorous physical activity by community-dwelling adults following a transient ischemic attack or non-disabling stroke: a systematic review', Disability and Rehabilitation, 44 337-352 (2022) [C1] Purpose: The risk of recurrent stroke following a transient ischaemic attack (TIA) or non-disabling stroke is high. Clinical guidelines recommend this patient population accumulat... [more] Purpose: The risk of recurrent stroke following a transient ischaemic attack (TIA) or non-disabling stroke is high. Clinical guidelines recommend this patient population accumulate at least 150 minutes of moderate-to-vigorous physical activity each week to reduce the risk of recurrent stroke. We aimed to identify interventions that increase time adults spend in moderate-to-vigorous physical activity following TIA or non-disabling stroke. Method: We searched thirteen databases for articles of secondary prevention interventions reporting outcomes for duration in moderate-to-vigorous physical activity or exercise capacity. Results: Eight trials were identified (n = 2653). Of these, three (n = 198) reported changes in time spent in moderate-to-vigorous physical activity. Only one trial (n = 70), reported significant change in time spent engaging in moderate-to-vigorous physical activity (between-group difference: 11.7 min/day [95% CI 4.07¿19.33]) when comparing participation in a six-month exercise education intervention to usual care. No trial measured moderate-to-vigorous physical activity after intervention end. Conclusion: Despite recommendations to participate in regular physical activity at moderate-to-vigorous intensity for secondary stroke prevention, there is very little evidence for effective interventions for this patient population. There is need for clinically feasible interventions that result in long-term participation in physical activity in line with clinical guidelines. Trial registration: Protocol registration: PROSPERO CRD42018092840Implications for rehabilitation There is limited evidence of the effectiveness of interventions that aim to increase time spent engaging in moderate-to-vigorous physical activity (MVPA) for people following a TIA or non-disabling stroke. A program comprising aerobic and resistance exercises =2 per week, supervised by a health professional (supplemented with a home program) over at least 24 weeks appears to be effective in assisting people adhere to recommended levels of moderate to vigorous physical activity after TIA or non-disabling stroke. Secondary prevention programs which include health professional supervised exercise sessions contribute to better adherence to physical activity guidelines; didactic sessions alone outlining frequency and intensity are unlikely to be sufficient.
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2021 |
Cavanagh B, Haracz K, Lawry M, Wales K, James C, 'Changes in emotions and perceived stress following time spent in an artistically designed multisensory environment', Medical Humanities, 47 (2021) [C1]
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2021 |
Collins R, Haracz K, Leary M, Rollo M, Burrows T, 'No control and overwhelming cravings: Australian adults' perspectives on the experience of food addiction', APPETITE, 159 (2021) [C1]
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2021 |
Sammut M, Haracz K, English C, Shakespeare D, Crowfoot G, Nilsson M, Janssen H, 'Participants perspective of engaging in a gym-based health service delivered secondary stroke prevention program after tia or mild stroke', International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, 18 (2021) [C1] People who have had a transient ischemic attack (TIA) or mild stroke have a high risk of recurrent stroke. Secondary prevention programs providing support for meeting physical act... [more] People who have had a transient ischemic attack (TIA) or mild stroke have a high risk of recurrent stroke. Secondary prevention programs providing support for meeting physical activity recommendations may reduce this risk. Most evidence for the feasibility and effectiveness of secondary stroke prevention arises from programs developed and tested in research institute settings with limited evidence for the acceptability of programs in ¿real world¿ community settings. This qualitative descriptive study explored perceptions of participation in a secondary stroke prevention program (delivered by a community-based multidisciplinary health service team within a community gym) by adults with TIA or mild stroke. Data gathered via phone-based semi-structured interviews midway through the program, and at the end of the program, were analyzed using constructivist grounded theory methods. A total of 51 interviews from 30 participants produced two concepts. The first concept, ¿What it offered me¿, describes critical elements that shape participants¿ experience of the program. The second concept, ¿What I got out of it¿ describes perceived benefits of program participation. Participants perceived that experiences with peers in a health professional-led group program, held within a community-based gym, supported their goal of changing behaviour. Including these elements during the development of health service strategies to reduce recurrent stroke risk may strengthen program acceptability and subsequent effectiveness.
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2020 |
Cavanagh B, Haracz K, Lawry M, James C, 'Receptive Arts Engagement for Health: A Holistic and Trans-Disciplinary Approach to Creating a Multisensory Environment', SAGE OPEN, 10 (2020) [C1]
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2020 |
Scanlan JN, Logan A, Arblaster K, Haracz K, Fossey E, Milbourn BT, et al., 'Mental health consumer involvement in occupational therapy education in Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand', Australian Occupational Therapy Journal, 67 83-93 (2020) [C1] Introduction: Recovery-oriented practice policies and occupational therapy education accreditation standards require that consumers are engaged in the design, delivery and evaluat... [more] Introduction: Recovery-oriented practice policies and occupational therapy education accreditation standards require that consumers are engaged in the design, delivery and evaluation of curricula. This consumer involvement (sometimes referred to as service-user involvement or patient involvement in other contexts) should go beyond consumers simply ¿telling their stories¿ to more meaningful collaboration in curricula. This study was designed to map the current patterns of consumer involvement in occupational therapy programs across Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand. Method: A survey was distributed to all occupational therapy programs across Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand. The survey included questions related to: (a) perceived enablers and barriers to consumer involvement in education; (b) organisational structures and support; (c) ways in which consumer are involved in the design, delivery and evaluation of curricula; (d) access to remuneration for consumers; (e) overall ratings of the level of consumer involvement in curricula; and (f) academic confidence in working with consumers. Results: Usable responses were received for 23 programs from 19 universities (83% response rate). Every program reported some consumer involvement in the curriculum. Consumer participation tended to be mainly focussed on curriculum delivery with less frequent involvement in curriculum design or evaluation. The most common barrier to consumer involvement in curricula was ¿funding/remuneration for consumers¿ and the most common enabler of consumer involvement was ¿positive attitudes of teaching staff¿. Conclusion: In comparison to previous reports, consumer involvement in occupational therapy curricula has increased over the past decade. However, ongoing effort is required to support true collaboration in all aspects of curriculum design, delivery and evaluation. While this will require attention and effort from academic teams, changes at a university level to establish systems to engage and effectively remunerate consumers for their involvement (especially in design and evaluation elements) are also required.
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2020 |
Pashmdarfard M, Soltani Arabshahi K, Shafaroodi N, Hassani Mehraban A, Parvizi S, Haracz K, 'Which models can be used as a clinical education model in occupational therapy? Introduction of the models: A scoping review study.', Medical journal of the Islamic Republic of Iran, 34 (2020) [C1]
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2019 |
Cavanagh B, Haracz K, Lawry M, James C, 'It s like another world: the perceived beneficial effects of an artistically designed multisensory environment', Medical humanities, 45 52-59 (2019) [C1]
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2019 |
Conn A, Bourke N, James C, Haracz K, 'Occupational therapy intervention addressing weight gain and obesity in people with severe mental illness: A scoping review', Australian Occupational Therapy Journal, 66 446-457 (2019) [C1] Background: Individuals diagnosed with severe mental illness have higher rates of obesity than the general population due to a range of factors, including: medication side effects... [more] Background: Individuals diagnosed with severe mental illness have higher rates of obesity than the general population due to a range of factors, including: medication side effects, poor nutrition and reduced physical activity. Obesity is associated with increased mortality and reduced quality of life. Evidence suggests that lifestyle interventions can be effective in addressing this issue. While such interventions would appear to fit within the scope of practice of occupational therapy, there is no publication synthesising the existing literature regarding occupational therapy interventions addressing lifestyle factors associated with obesity. Aim: To determine what is known from the existing literature about occupational therapy interventions addressing weight gain and obesity in adults diagnosed with severe mental illness. Methods: A scoping review was conducted. Searches were performed in online databases, occupational therapy journals and grey literature databases. Thematic analysis occurred across all articles included in the review. Results: A total of 14 articles were included in the review. Analysis revealed a central theme of supporting occupational performance and participation in health promoting occupations. This central theme consisted of four categories; facilitating client-centred practice, addressing personal performance issues, addressing environmental barriers and providing the ¿just right¿ challenge. Conclusion/Significance: These findings suggest occupational therapists are providing occupation focused interventions that are aligned with current clinical guidelines. However, more research is required to strengthen evidence-based occupational therapy practice in this important area.
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2018 |
Haracz K, Hazelton M, James C, 'The "Double Whammy": Women's Experiences of Weight Gain After Diagnosis and Treatment for Schizophrenia Spectrum Disorders.', The Journal of nervous and mental disease, 206 303-309 (2018) [C1]
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2018 |
Arrighi G, Irvine C, Joyce B, Haracz K, 'Reimagining role and character : An approach to acting training for role-play simulation in the tertiary education setting', Applied Theatre Research, 6 89-106 (2018) [C1]
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2017 |
Scanlan JN, Meredith PJ, Haracz K, Ennals P, Pépin G, Webster JS, et al., 'Mental health education in occupational therapy professional preparation programs: Alignment between clinician priorities and coverage in university curricula', Australian Occupational Therapy Journal, 64 436-447 (2017) [C1] Background/aim: Occupational therapy programs must prepare graduates for work in mental health. However, this area of practice is complex and rapidly changing. This study explored... [more] Background/aim: Occupational therapy programs must prepare graduates for work in mental health. However, this area of practice is complex and rapidly changing. This study explored the alignment between educational priorities identified by occupational therapists practising in mental health and level of coverage of these topics in occupational therapy programs in Australia and New Zealand. Methods: Surveys were distributed to heads of all occupational therapy programs across Australia and New Zealand. The survey included educational priorities identified by occupational therapists in mental health from a previous study. Respondents were requested to identify the level of coverage given to each of these priorities within their curriculum. These data were analysed to determine a ranking of educational topics in terms of level of coverage in university programs. Results: Responses were received for 19 programs from 16 universities. Thirty-four topics were given ¿High-level coverage¿ in university programs, and these were compared against the 29 topics classified as ¿Essential priorities¿ by clinicians. Twenty topics were included in both the ¿Essential priorities¿ and ¿High-level coverage¿ categories. Topics considered to be ¿Essential priorities¿ by clinicians which were not given ¿High-level coverage¿ in university programs included the following: mental health fieldwork experiences; risk assessment and management; professional self-care resilience and sensory approaches. Conclusion: While there appears to be overall good alignment between mental health curricula and priorities¿identified by practising occupational therapists, there¿are some discrepancies. These discrepancies are described and establish a strong foundation for further discussion between clinicians, academics and university administration to support curriculum review and revision.
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2016 |
Coombes K, Haracz K, Robson E, James C, 'Pushing through: Mental health consumers' experiences of an individual placement and support employment programme', British Journal of Occupational Therapy, 79 651-659 (2016) [C1] Introduction Individual placement and support is recognized as current best practice vocational rehabilitation for people living with a severe mental illness. This study aimed to ... [more] Introduction Individual placement and support is recognized as current best practice vocational rehabilitation for people living with a severe mental illness. This study aimed to provide insight into the consumer perspective of factors that impact the success of an individual placement and support programme in Australia. Method A qualitative study was conducted using semi-structured interviews with five participants. Participants were diagnosed with a severe mental illness and were engaged with an individual placement supported employment programme in one area health service in New South Wales, Australia. Data analysis was conducted using grounded theory methods. Results Analysis revealed the core category of pushing through, a three-step process that involved experiencing discomfort, learning to adapt, and getting into a groove. Pushing through described the participants' direct experience of individual placement and support, as well as their management of their health and ability to cope with everyday practicalities and relationships while engaged in the programme. Conclusions The participants in this study described their experiences of being involved in an individual placement and support programme as being characterized by a process of pushing through. The participants' actions and experiences at each stage of this process provide cues for more tailored support within individual placement and support to meet changing needs.
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2016 |
Williams L, Magin P, Sultana J, Haracz K, 'The role of occupational therapists in the provision of dietary interventions for people with severe mental illness: Results from a national survey', British Journal of Occupational Therapy, 79 442-449 (2016) [C1] Introduction: People living with severe mental illness are at least twice as likely to be obese as the general population, partly due to lifestyle risk factors including poor diet... [more] Introduction: People living with severe mental illness are at least twice as likely to be obese as the general population, partly due to lifestyle risk factors including poor diet quality. This study aims to quantify how Australian mental health occupational therapists address the dietary issues of people with severe mental illness. Method: A 23-item cross-sectional online survey was distributed via email to all members of Occupational Therapy Australia, with those working in mental health (an estimated 305 members) invited to participate. Response frequencies were analysed in SPSS. Open-ended comments were subjected to thematic analysis. Results: Eight-six eligible participants (28.2% of the target population) completed the full survey. Most (81%) felt confident in providing healthy eating advice, with 76% reporting being self-educated about nutrition. Dietitian support for complex advice was seen as beneficial by 88%, but only 30% reported reasonable access to dietitians. Qualitative themes included: Accessing dietitians, information and education, and putting advice into practice. Conclusion: There is potential to enhance the credentialling and continuing education of occupational therapists and improve inter-professional collaboration with dietitians to assist the occupational therapist in achieving better health and reducing the burden of chronic disease for people experiencing severe mental illness.
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2015 |
Scanlan JN, Pépin G, Haracz K, Ennals P, Webster JS, Meredith PJ, 'Re: Modernising occupational therapy teaching, research and practice in mental health', Australian Occupational Therapy Journal, 62 364-364 (2015) [C3]
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2015 |
Haracz K, Ennals P, 'Occupational therapy intervention in mental health should be individualised, occupation focussed, promote inclusion and occur in the context of an authentic relationship', Australian Occupational Therapy Journal, 62 365-366 (2015) [C3]
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2015 |
Scanlan JN, Pepin G, Haracz K, Ennals P, Webster JS, Meredith PJ, et al., 'Identifying educational priorities for occupational therapy students to prepare for mental health practice in Australia and New Zealand: Opinions of practising occupational therapists', AUSTRALIAN OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY JOURNAL, 62 286-298 (2015) [C1]
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2015 |
Haracz K, Arrighi G, Joyce B, 'Simulated patients in a mental health occupational therapy course: A pilot study', British Journal of Occupational Therapy, 78 757-766 (2015) [C1]
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2014 |
Haracz K, Barnett F, 'Significant improvements in weight, body mass index and waist circumference for participants at the end of a 10-week health promotion intervention for people with mental disorders were not maintained at the six-month follow-up', Australian Occupational Therapy Journal, 61 464-465 (2014) [C3]
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2013 |
Haracz K, Ryan S, Hazelton M, James C, 'Occupational therapy and obesity: An integrative literature review', AUSTRALIAN OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY JOURNAL, 60 356-365 (2013) [C1]
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2013 |
Cordier R, Haracz K, 'A behavioural weight-loss programme for overweight and obese adults with serious mental health illness significantly reduced weight over an 18-month period', Australian Occupational Therapy Journal, 60 304-305 (2013) [C3]
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2012 |
Mahony G, Haracz K, Williams LT, 'How mental health occupational therapists address issues of diet with their clients: A qualitative study', Australian Occupational Therapy Journal, 59 294-301 (2012) [C1]
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Conference (33 outputs)
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2023 |
Janssen H, Sammut M, Pickering R, Preece J, Sweetapple A, Garcia-Esperon C, et al., 'Evaluation of the health service delivered secondary prevention program: Supporting Lifestyle and Activity Modification after TIA (SLAM-TIA)', INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF STROKE (2023)
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2023 |
Maguire P, Haracz K, Robson E, Killey N, Walton C, Sly K, et al., 'The experience of participating in individual placement and support employment program for individuals with borderline personality disorder', Cairns, Queensland (2023)
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2023 |
Philpott-Robinson K, Haracz K, Blackwell D, Mallise C, Leonard C, Lane A, Wales K, 'Occupational therapist perspectives of self-regulation practice in paediatrics: A qualitative study', Cairns, QLD, Australia (2023)
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2015 |
Lupton B, James C, Ashby SE, Haracz K, 'An investigation into mental health consumers' experience of a community street soccer program: Preliminary findings from a grounded theory study', Australian Occupational Therapy Journal, Melbourne, Vic (2015) [E3]
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2015 | Arblaster K, Batten R, Bonassi M, Bowman S, Ennals P, Haracz K, et al., 'How do mental health curricula align with education priorities identified by occupational therapists currently practicing in mental health?', Australian Occupational Therapy Journal, Melbourne, Vic (2015) [E3] | |||||||
2015 | Haracz K, Chang NK, Arrighi G, Joyce B, 'Developing a simulation experience to support preparation of occupational therapy students for mental health practice', Australian Occupational Therapy Journal, Melbourne, Vic (2015) [E3] | |||||||
2015 | Scanlon J, Pepin G, Haracz K, Ennals P, Webster J, Meredith P, et al., 'Educational priorities for students to support optimal mental health practice: What do occupational therapists think?', Australian Occupational Therapy Journal, Melbourne, Vic (2015) [E3] | |||||||
2015 |
Haracz K, James C, Hazelton M, 'Meeting the challenge of weight gain and obesity for people with severe mental illness: A contemporary practice issue', Australian Occupational Therapy Journal, Melbourne, Vic (2015) [E3]
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Lupton B, James CL, Ashby S, Haracz K, 'An investigation into mental health participants experience of a community street soccer
program: A grounded theory study', NSW & ACT Conference - Occupational Therapy: A life practice, Sydney, Australia (2014) [E3]
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2014 |
Williams N, Haracz K, Robson E, Roach I, Edwards E, James CL, Ashby S, 'Mental health service-users perspectives of support in an IPS supported employment program. A qualitative study', NSW & ACT Conference - Occupational Therapy: A life practice, Sydney, Australia (2014) [E3]
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2013 |
James C, Haracz K, Hazelton M, Ryan S, 'Addressing a global epidemic: a review of the evidence for occupational therapy practice in managing the causes and consequences of obesity' (2013) [E3]
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2013 |
James C, Haracz K, Hazelton M, Ryan S, ' Doing as much as I can : Experiences of Living with the Double Whammy of Schizophrenia and obesity: Implications for Occupational Therapy Practice' (2013) [E3]
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2013 | McKay E, Haracz K, Donnellan G, Mahon D, Sheldon S, 'Mental health users' experiences of participation and inclusion: a international study', BRITISH JOURNAL OF OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY (2013) [E3] | |||||||
2011 |
Mahony G, Haracz K, Williams LT, 'How do mental health Occupational Therapists address issues of diet with their clients? A qualitative study', Proceedings of the 24th Occupational Therapy Australia National Conference, Gold Coast, QLD (2011) [E3]
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2011 | Mahony G, Williams LT, Haracz K, 'Providing diet-related interventions to clients with a severe mental illness: Where does the OT role stop, and the dietitian role start?', Nutrition and Dietetics: Dietitians Association of Australia 29th National Conference Oral Program, Adelaide (2011) [E3] | |||||||
2010 |
Haracz K, Hazelton MJ, Ryan SE, 'Women with schizophrenia: Enabling engagement in occupations to manage their weight', British Journal of Occupational Therapy, Brighton, UK (2010) [E3]
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2010 | McKay E, Doran S, Henderick A, Sumsion T, Haracz K, 'Using the ICF as a framework to explore mental health service users experiences of activities, participation and environment: An international study', 15th World Federation of Occupational Therapists Conference, Santiago, Chile (2010) [E3] | |||||||
2009 |
Findlay NA, Haracz K, Johnston CL, MacDonald-Wicks LK, 'Interprofessional teaching of reflection in undergraduate health science programs', ANZAME09 Handbook, Launceston, NSW (2009) [E3]
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2009 | Haracz K, Ryan SE, Judge JD, 'A woman's world: The experience of male occupational therapy students', National Men's Health Gathering 2009: Program and Abstracts, Newcastle, NSW (2009) [E3] | |||||||
2008 | Haracz K, 'Constructivist Grounded Theory Method: A research methodology to help create a future of client centred evidence based practice in occupational therapy', OT Australia 23rd National Conference and Exhibition 2008, Melbourne, VIC (2008) [E3] | |||||||
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Grants and Funding
Summary
Number of grants | 13 |
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Total funding | $2,607,399 |
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20232 grants / $2,378,702
ESTEEM After Stroke: Improving access to stroke rehabilitation for regional Australians$1,514,537
Funding body: Department of Health and Aged Care
Funding body | Department of Health and Aged Care |
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Project Team | Doctor Heidi Janssen, Dr Marie-Louise Bird, Professor Michael Nilsson, Doctor Liam Johnson, Dr Liam Johnson, Professor Neil Spratt, Professor Coralie English, Conjoint Professor Chris Levi, Doctor Carlos Garcia Esperon, Dr Christine Shiner, Doctor Kirsti Haracz, Doctor Dawn Simpson, Dr Christopher Oldmeadow, Doctor Christopher Oldmeadow |
Scheme | MRFF - CRI - Clinician Researchers: Nurses, Midwives and Allied Health |
Role | Investigator |
Funding Start | 2023 |
Funding Finish | 2026 |
GNo | G2200912 |
Type Of Funding | C1300 - Aust Competitive - Medical Research Future Fund |
Category | 1300 |
UON | Y |
National Mental Health Pathways to Practice Program Pilot $864,165
Funding body: Department of Health and Aged Care
Funding body | Department of Health and Aged Care |
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Project Team | Professor Charlotte Rees, Professor Kristen Pammer, Professor Kristen Pammer, Professor Amanda Johnson, Doctor Gary Crowfoot, Doctor Gary Crowfoot, Doctor Shep Chidarikire, Doctor Shep Chidarikire, Associate Professor Samantha Ashby, Associate Professor Samantha Ashby, Doctor Kirsti Haracz, Doctor Kirsti Haracz, Professor Margaret Alston, Professor Margaret Alston, Mr Brad Peschar, Mr Brad Peschar, Mrs Rebecca Bojkowski, Mrs Rebecca Bojkowski, Doctor Sally Hunt, Doctor Sally Hunt, Mrs Sonja Pohlman, Mrs Sonja Pohlman, Doctor Tanya Hanstock, Doctor Tanya Hanstock, Professor Stephen Maloney, Doctor Milena Heinsch, Professor Esther May |
Scheme | National Mental Health Pathways to Practice Program Pilot Grant |
Role | Investigator |
Funding Start | 2023 |
Funding Finish | 2025 |
GNo | G2301300 |
Type Of Funding | Scheme excluded from IGS |
Category | EXCL |
UON | Y |
20201 grants / $96,000
FoCCuS4HEART: Female Carers Co-produce Support 4 Heart and Emotional health to Address Risk facTors$96,000
Funding body: Hunter Medical Research Institute
Funding body | Hunter Medical Research Institute |
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Project Team | Doctor Heidi Janssen, Professor Billie Bonevski, Professor Neil Spratt, Doctor Kirsti Haracz, Dr Marie-Louise Bird, Doctor Alexandra Denham |
Scheme | Research Grant |
Role | Investigator |
Funding Start | 2020 |
Funding Finish | 2022 |
GNo | G2000972 |
Type Of Funding | C3300 – Aust Philanthropy |
Category | 3300 |
UON | Y |
20174 grants / $81,250
Gladys M. Brawn Career Development Fellowship (Teaching Assist)$75,000
Funding body: Faculty of Health and Medicine, University of Newcastle
Funding body | Faculty of Health and Medicine, University of Newcastle |
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Scheme | Glady M.Brawn Career Development Grant ( Teaching Assist) |
Role | Lead |
Funding Start | 2017 |
Funding Finish | 2020 |
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Type Of Funding | Other Public Sector - Local |
Category | 2OPL |
UON | N |
A pilot study to test the feasibility and acceptability of E-health components of an intervention to address lifestyle issues associated with weight gain and obesity among people with severe mental illness $4,000
Funding body: Faculty of Health and Medicine, University of Newcastle
Funding body | Faculty of Health and Medicine, University of Newcastle |
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Project Team | Dr Kirsti Haracz, Professor Amanda Baker, Dr Agatha Conrad, Associate Professor Carole James, Associate Professor Mitch Duncan, Associate Professor Tracey Burrows |
Scheme | Faculty Pilot Grant |
Role | Lead |
Funding Start | 2017 |
Funding Finish | 2017 |
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Type Of Funding | Other Public Sector - Local |
Category | 2OPL |
UON | N |
Informing sensory based occupational therapy interventions in mental health practice$1,500
Funding body: University of Newcastle - School of Health Sciences
Funding body | University of Newcastle - School of Health Sciences |
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Project Team | Dr Kirsti Haracz, Associate Professor Alison Lane, Dr Elysa Roberts |
Scheme | SHS Strategic Pilot Grant |
Role | Lead |
Funding Start | 2017 |
Funding Finish | 2017 |
GNo | |
Type Of Funding | Other Public Sector - Local |
Category | 2OPL |
UON | N |
Occupational Therapy Australia 2017 National Conference, Perth, 19-21 July$750
Funding body: Faculty of Health and Medicine, University of Newcastle
Funding body | Faculty of Health and Medicine, University of Newcastle |
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Scheme | Faculty of Health and Medicine Conference Travel Grant |
Role | Lead |
Funding Start | 2017 |
Funding Finish | 2017 |
GNo | |
Type Of Funding | Other Public Sector - Local |
Category | 2OPL |
UON | N |
20131 grants / $1,500
Occupational Therapy Australia 25 National Conference & Exhibition, Adelaide 24-26 July 13$1,500
Funding body: University of Newcastle - Faculty of Health and Medicine
Funding body | University of Newcastle - Faculty of Health and Medicine |
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Project Team | Doctor Kirsti Haracz |
Scheme | Travel Grant |
Role | Lead |
Funding Start | 2013 |
Funding Finish | 2013 |
GNo | G1300757 |
Type Of Funding | Internal |
Category | INTE |
UON | Y |
20122 grants / $34,822
Teaching Relief - Haracz$24,822
Funding body: University of Newcastle
Funding body | University of Newcastle |
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Project Team | Doctor Kirsti Haracz, Professor Darren Rivett |
Scheme | Equity Research Fellowship |
Role | Investigator |
Funding Start | 2012 |
Funding Finish | 2012 |
GNo | G1100911 |
Type Of Funding | Internal |
Category | INTE |
UON | Y |
Simulated Professional Communication: Creative Strategies for Accelerating Reflective Professional Leadership Skills and Decision-making through Role-play$10,000
Funding body: University of Newcastle
Funding body | University of Newcastle |
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Project Team | Gillian Arrighi |
Scheme | Discovery Project |
Role | Investigator |
Funding Start | 2012 |
Funding Finish | 2012 |
GNo | |
Type Of Funding | Internal |
Category | INTE |
UON | N |
20092 grants / $14,400
How do women living with schizophrenia perceive and perform activities to manage their weight and promote their own health$9,900
Funding body: University of Newcastle
Funding body | University of Newcastle |
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Project Team | Doctor Kirsti Haracz |
Scheme | Early Career Researcher Grant |
Role | Lead |
Funding Start | 2009 |
Funding Finish | 2009 |
GNo | G0190393 |
Type Of Funding | Internal |
Category | INTE |
UON | Y |
Understanding and Enhancing Male OT Student Experience$4,500
Funding body: University of Newcastle
Funding body | University of Newcastle |
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Project Team | Kirsti Haracz |
Scheme | Equity Initiative Project Grant |
Role | Lead |
Funding Start | 2009 |
Funding Finish | 2009 |
GNo | |
Type Of Funding | Internal |
Category | INTE |
UON | N |
20081 grants / $725
OT Australia 23rd National Conference, Sofietel Melbourne, 12/9/2008 - 13/9/2008$725
Funding body: University of Newcastle
Funding body | University of Newcastle |
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Project Team | Doctor Kirsti Haracz |
Scheme | Travel Grant |
Role | Lead |
Funding Start | 2008 |
Funding Finish | 2008 |
GNo | G0189296 |
Type Of Funding | Internal |
Category | INTE |
UON | Y |
Research Supervision
Number of supervisions
Current Supervision
Commenced | Level of Study | Research Title | Program | Supervisor Type |
---|---|---|---|---|
2023 | PhD | The Role Of Allied Health Educators In Delivering Continuing Education To The Mental Health Workforce. | PhD (Occupational Therapy), College of Health, Medicine and Wellbeing, The University of Newcastle | Principal Supervisor |
2023 | Masters | What Are The Important Elements As Identified By Community Care Providers That Are Crucial To The Implementation Of The ESTEEM Program In Regional Settings? | M Philosophy (Physiotherapy), College of Health, Medicine and Wellbeing, The University of Newcastle | Co-Supervisor |
2023 | Honours | Occupational therapy lifestyle interventions in mental health: A scoping review | Occupational Therapy, The University of Newcastle | Principal Supervisor |
2022 | PhD | Enhancing Collaboration Between Mental Health Carers And Mental Health Professionals In A Rural Psychiatric Hospital | PhD (Occupational Therapy), College of Health, Medicine and Wellbeing, The University of Newcastle | Principal Supervisor |
2018 | PhD | Occupational Performance Patterns in Children with PANS | PhD (Occupational Therapy), College of Health, Medicine and Wellbeing, The University of Newcastle | Principal Supervisor |
Past Supervision
Year | Level of Study | Research Title | Program | Supervisor Type |
---|---|---|---|---|
2023 | PhD | Self-regulation Practice in Occupational Therapy: A Conceptual Analysis | PhD (Occupational Therapy), College of Health, Medicine and Wellbeing, The University of Newcastle | Co-Supervisor |
2022 | Honours | The experience of participating in an individual placement and support (IPS) employment program for individuals with borderline personality disorder | Occupational Therapy, The University of Newcastle | Principal Supervisor |
2022 | PhD | Reconnecting for Mental Health Recovery through Street Soccer: The Process of Mental Health Consumers Participating in a Community Street Soccer Program from a Sub-Acute Psychiatric Inpatient Unit and After Returning Home | PhD (Occupational Therapy), College of Health, Medicine and Wellbeing, The University of Newcastle | Co-Supervisor |
2022 | PhD | From Business as Usual to Making Changes: Perceptions of Physical Activity and Secondary Stroke Prevention after Transient Ischemic Attack or Mild Stroke | PhD (Physiotherapy), College of Health, Medicine and Wellbeing, The University of Newcastle | Co-Supervisor |
2022 | PhD | Addictive Eating in Adults: An Investigation into Treatment, Experience, and the Feasibility of a Personality-targeted Intervention | PhD (Nutrition & Dietetics), College of Health, Medicine and Wellbeing, The University of Newcastle | Co-Supervisor |
2021 | PhD | A Multisensory Experience of Art: Transforming Everyday Spaces into ‘Otherworldly’ Places to Support Health and Wellbeing | PhD (Environ & Occupat Hlth), College of Health, Medicine and Wellbeing, The University of Newcastle | Co-Supervisor |
2021 | Honours | The experience of participating in a Specialist Peer Mentoring Program for university students with Autism. | Occupational Therapy, The University of Newcastle | Principal Supervisor |
2020 | Honours | Occupational therapists' use of information and communication technology in mental health practice | Occupational Therapy, University of Newcastle | Principal Supervisor |
2019 | Honours | Strategies to promote need satisfaction in lifestyle interventions for adults with chronic conditions: A scoping review | Occupational Therapy, School of Health Sciences, Faculty of Health and Medicine, University of Newcastle | Principal Supervisor |
2019 | Honours | Occupational therapy led groups in mental health settings: A scoping review. | Occupational Therapy, School of Health Sciences, Faculty of Health and Medicine, University of Newcastle | Principal Supervisor |
2018 | Honours | Dietary patterns, perceived competence and motivation for lifestyle change in young people with early psychosis | Occupational Therapy, Faculty of Health and Medicine, University of Newcastle | Principal Supervisor |
2018 | Honours | Access, use and attitudes towards internet and mobile technologies for health information and support by people with mental illness | Occupational Therapy, Faculty of Health and Medicine, University of Newcastle | Co-Supervisor |
2018 | Honours | Physical activity, perceived competence and motivations for lifestyle change in young people with early psychosis | Occupational Therapy, Faculty of Health and Medicine, University of Newcastle | Principal Supervisor |
2018 | Honours | Occupational performance and participation issues reported in adults with Anorexia Nervosa: A scoping review | Occupational Therapy, Faculty of Health and Medicine, University of Newcastle | Co-Supervisor |
2018 | Honours | The use of sensory based interventions in child and adolescent mental health services : A scoping review | Occupational Therapy, Faculty of Health and Medicine, University of Newcastle | Principal Supervisor |
2017 | Honours | Experiences of feeding post oesophagectomy: A qualitative study | Nutrition & Dietetics, Faculty of Health and Medicine, University of Newcastle | Co-Supervisor |
2017 | Honours | Addressing beach inaccessibility: A qualitative study into the impact of a beach accessibility project | Occupational Therapy, Faculty of Health and Medicine, University of Newcastle | Co-Supervisor |
2017 | Honours | How are occupational therapists working in mental health settings in Australia addressing issues of cognition: A national survey | Occupational Therapy, Faculty of Health and Medicine, University of Newcastle | Co-Supervisor |
2016 | Honours | Occupational therapy intervention addressing weight gain and obesity in people with a severe mental illness: A scoping review | Occupational Therapy, Faculty of Health and Medicine, University of Newcastle | Co-Supervisor |
2016 | Honours | Lifestyle interventions to address overweight and obesity in people with severe mental illnesses: A national survey | Occupational Therapy, Faculty of Health and Medicine, University of Newcastle | Principal Supervisor |
2016 | Honours | The impact of beach access equipment: A qualitative case study | Occupational Therapy, Faculty of Health and Medicine, University of Newcastle | Co-Supervisor |
2015 | Honours | A national survey of the use of sensory-based interventions by occupational therapists working in adult mental health settings in Australia | Occupational Therapy, Faculty of Health and Medicine, University of Newcastle | Co-Supervisor |
2015 | Honours | The use of sensory-based interventions by occupational therapists in adult mental health: A scoping review | Occupational Therapy, Faculty of Health and Medicine, University of Newcastle | Principal Supervisor |
2015 | Honours | International health professional students' experience on professional placements | Occupational Therapy, Faculty of Health and Medicine, University of Newcastle | Principal Supervisor |
News
News • 18 Apr 2018
Food addiction: why your mind matters
A world-first, personality-based online intervention for food addiction is being developed by a team* of dietitians, psychologists, neuroscientists, occupational therapists and health researchers.
Dr Kirsti Haracz
Position
Senior Lecturer
School of Health Sciences
College of Health, Medicine and Wellbeing
Focus area
Occupational Therapy
Contact Details
kirsti.haracz@newcastle.edu.au | |
Phone | (02) 4921 6338 |
Fax | (02) 4921 7053 |
Office
Room | ICT311 |
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Building | Hunter Building |
Location | Callaghan University Drive Callaghan, NSW 2308 Australia |