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The authoritative source in this particular scenario is Google Scholar, and the discipline is occupational therapy, while the health issue is Parkinson’s disease. In this scenario, there were different criteria used in the selection of this particular source. One primary criterion used in the selection of this particular source is the subject matter, and especially because this particular database was able to focus on this particular discipline as well as the particular subject matter. I also relied on the reliability of the information, and especially because Google Scholar gives information that can be relied upon and is consistent. Google Scholar was able to meet the required criteria because of the availability of information, and this particular source can constantly gather reliable and credible information at any time. This particular database is also readily available to any individual, and one needs to register before using it. This particular source meets the required criteria because it can touch on the topic extensively and cover all essential details related to the topic.
There are different peer-reviewed articles from this particular source that can extensively touch on the topic. Radder et al. (2017) have managed to reveal valuable insight into this scenario and have explained how physical therapy can assist in the condition of Parkinson’s disease. The source aims to reveal the role of physical therapy and occupational therapy in supporting people with Parkinson’s disease who have to deal with the consequences of their daily activities (Radder et al.,2017). Furthermore, the article has adequately addressed the limitations that people with Parkinson’s may encounter in managing this condition. Clarke et al. (2016) also give valuable insight concerning the use of occupational therapy for Parkinson’s disease, and they reveal the positive and negative sides of using therapy for the condition (Clarke et al.,2016). The article effectively evaluates the clinical effectiveness and the cost-effectiveness of the use of occupational therapy in treating Parkinson’s disease. Welsby Berrigan and Laver (2019) have been able to research extensively on this particular topic as well, and they have gained valuable insight concerning the use of occupational therapy for the treatment of Parkinson’s disease (Welsby, Berrigan & Laver, 2019). This particular research focuses on the efficacy of different interventions that are provided by physiotherapists for the treatment of Parkinson’s disease.
It is clear that Google Scholar is a verified source, and it contains a lot of material that can be incorporated into research. Information from this particular source can be easily incorporated into a professional presentation for peers, and this can lead to positive research outcomes in different fields. The use of this particular source can be used as a confirmation for research done and can, therefore, be used together with the researcher’s presentation. It can add validity to the research and especially so because Google Scholar contains scholarly, peer-reviewed sources. It means that the sources have been authenticated and are capable for use in research. The sources contain information that has been overseen and verified by professionals in a particular field, and this means that it can be used for research. The information can be cited and added to the research, and therefore peers can recognize the contribution that the sources have added to the research.
References
Clarke, C. E., Patel, S., Ives, N., Rick, C. E., Woolley, R., Wheatley, K., … & Sackley, C. M. (2016). Clinical effectiveness and cost-effectiveness of physiotherapy and occupational therapy versus no therapy in mild to moderate Parkinson’s disease: a large pragmatic randomised controlled trial (PD REHAB).
Radder, D. L., Sturkenboom, I. H., van Nimwegen, M., Keus, S. H., Bloem, B. R., & de Vries, N. M. (2017). Physical therapy and occupational therapy in Parkinson’s disease. International Journal of Neuroscience, 127(10), 930-943.
Welsby, E., Berrigan, S., & Laver, K. (2019). Effectiveness of occupational therapy intervention for people with Parkinson’s disease: Systematic review. Australian occupational therapy journal, 66(6), 731-738.