Category: Opinion Piece
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By Wieteke Idzerda, NZ based Occupational Therapist, Clinical Leader, CR Therapist Reflecting on 10 years of Cognitive Remediation in Aotearoa New Zealand and the 2026 ACORN Cognitive Remediation Conference Last week, I had the privilege of attending and presenting at the ACORN Cognitive Remediation Conference in Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland. I had the opportunity to hear…
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Written by Wieteke Idzerda, Occupational Therapist, CRT Therapist For many people experiencing psychosis and other severe mental health challenges, recovery extends far beyond symptom reduction. While mental health services have become increasingly skilled at addressing symptoms, cognitive difficulties such as challenges with attention, memory, planning, problem-solving, and cognitive flexibility often remain unaddressed despite their significant…
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Written by Wieteke Idzerda, Occupational Therapist, CRT Therapist For as long as I can remember, I have often found myself reflecting on the invisible threads that shape who we are—not just as people, but as occupational beings. As an occupational therapist, I understand that what we do, how we do it, and why it matters…
