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Jon

@simplefisher.bsky.social
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Occupational therapist working in substance use services in South Wales, UK. Facilitator of the OT & Substance use network. Amateur creative and baking enthusiast.

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Jon @simplefisher.bsky.social · 13/03/2026
Hello. My name is Jon. I am completing a MSc in Substance Use at the University of Stirling. I’m looking to interview occupational therapists working in substance use services in the UK. For details/to participate email jdf00005@students.stir.ac.uk #occupationaltherapy #substanceuse #addiction
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Jon @simplefisher.bsky.social · 20/02/2026
There's already lots of anecdotal evidence in humans GLP-1's are moderating alcohol use in the higher risk categories. Exciting to see where this goes as another potential pharmacological intervention in #addiction #recovery and #substanceuse www.thelancet.com/journals/ebi...
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Tirzepatide reduces alcohol drinking and relapse-like behaviours in rodents
Together, our findings suggest tirzepatide modulates alcohol-related behaviours through reward-related mechanisms while also affecting physiological consequences associated with long-term alcohol use....
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Jon @simplefisher.bsky.social · 10/02/2026
Improvement in quality of life was only possible for some with support + psychosocial activities. "This was because the amount of free time on their hands meant that they became bored, isolated, and needed help in finding meaningful #occupation to prevent relapse." www.gov.wales/buvidal-eval...
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Barod @wearebarod.bsky.social · 26/01/2026
🚨 New episode 🚨 "I've lost my bladder to Ketamine" 📺YouTube youtu.be/atPTMz_u7uA?... 📺Spotify open.spotify.com/episode/6rFy... 🎧Apple Podcasts podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/i... 🎧Amazon Music music.amazon.co.uk/podcasts/b96... #ketamine #harmreduction #wales @drugwise.bsky.social
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"I've lost my bladder to ketamine"
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Jon @simplefisher.bsky.social · 26/01/2026
New permanent #occupationaltherapist role in @changegrowlive.bsky.social substance use services, Coventry, West Midlands. A great opportunity to bring the creativity and novel OT approach to third sector services. careers-changegrowlive.icims.com/jobs/18398/o...
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Change Grow Live - believe in people
We are a health and social care charity. We help people achieve their goals.
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Barod @wearebarod.bsky.social · 02/12/2025
📆 Next Monday 📆 Don't miss our next webinar, 'Equality Act alcohol exclusion clause', where we will be hearing from experts, Ailar Hashemzadeh (Alcohol Change UK) & Dr. Sarah Wadd (University of Bedfordshire). 🔗Join us by registering here: events.teams.microsoft.com/.../a19c1e44....
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Jon @simplefisher.bsky.social · 20/11/2025
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Government unveils England's first ever Men's Health Strategy
The government launches bold plan to tackle physical and mental health challenges faced by men and boys, and reduce inequalities.
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Jon @simplefisher.bsky.social · 17/11/2025
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The surprising new use for GLP-1s: Alcohol and drug addiction
Some doctors are prescribing weight-loss drugs such as Zepbound and Ozempic to help reduce cravings for illicit drugs and alcohol. But research on the benefits is limited.
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RCOT Policy Wales @rcotpolicywales.bsky.social · 07/11/2025
Day 5 of #OTWeek25 Great to have OTs and OT week recognised in the @senedd.wales again this year. Diolch to @mabonapgwynfor.bsky.social for tabling a statement of opinion supporting OTs, the benefits of prevention focused care and #RightTimeOT
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Barod @wearebarod.bsky.social · 06/11/2025
📺 New Webinar 📺 Don't miss our 7th instalment within our Manifesto Sessions Webinar Series: 'Equality Act Alcohol Exclusion Clause' 📅Mon 8th Dec ⏰14.00pm 🔗Register here: events.teams.microsoft.com/event/a19c1e... #webinar #wales @alcoholchangeuk.bsky.social
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RCOT Policy Wales @rcotpolicywales.bsky.social · 05/11/2025
Diolch! to the amazing OTs who presented to MSs at @senedd.wales today as part of #OTWeek25 It was fantastic to speak to @jeremy-miles.bsky.social - Cabinet Secretary for Health & Social Care and @mabonapgwynfor.bsky.social - Plaid Cymru health spokesperson about #RightTimeOT tinyurl.com/bdf24nrb
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Royal College of Occupational Therapists Scotland @rcotpolicyscot.bsky.social · 03/11/2025
OT Week 2025 is here! Across the week we'll be promoting "Right Support, Right Time: Unlocking the Power of OT". And showcasing the benefits of prevention & early intervention in community care. #OTWeek25 #RightTimeOT Find out more and download your OT Week resources: tinyurl.com/mszz497e
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We're putting prevention and early intervention in the spotlight for OT Week 2025
This year’s Occupational Therapy (OT) Week – 3–9 November – will start a year-long campaign, called Right Support, Right Time: Unlocking the Power of OT, which will aim to shift the focus from crisis-...
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Royal College of Occupational Therapists @thercot.bsky.social · 03/11/2025
It’s OT Week 2025! We’re celebrating the power of OT to help people stay well for longer and avoid crises – especially when they get the right support, at the right time. OT must be central to planning and investment, for a prevention-focused system. Share your stories: #OTWeek25 #RightTimeOT
Illustration celebrating Occupational Therapy Week. Text reads: "Right Support, Right Time: Unlocking the Power of OT. Happy OT Week! #OTWeek25 3–9 November."
Artwork shows a child in a green dinosaur costume playing with another child wearing a purple cape and star outfit, an adult kneeling to pick flowers, and another adult using a wheelchair. RCOT logo and text "Royal College of Occupational Therapists" appear at the bottom.
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Jon @simplefisher.bsky.social · 26/10/2025
A recent reflective article on the impact of GLP-1 medications (#Mounjaro #Wegovy etc) on occupational participation, drawing parallels with #addiction treatment and questioning how we frame obesity. #occupationaltherapy #unilluminatedoccupations www.theothub.com/post/glp1-me...
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Impacts of GLP-1 medications: A personal, occupational perspective of more than just a 'weight loss jab'
"Why should I have to live my life over-exercising and restricting calories, constantly hungry and unfulfilled - when this comes naturally to others? Have I given up the fight for an easy option? Is t...
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Sue Parkinson @mohospark.bsky.social · 07/03/2025
#RecoveryThroughActivity #DomesticActivities A systematic review of ... interventions for people with ... experience of being homeless revealed that ... ability to maintain physical & emotional safety is crucial for a sense of self, belonging & wellbeing - Marshal et al 2020 tinyurl.com/domesticRTA
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Domestic Activities in a Recovery Through Activity programme
Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube.
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Jon @simplefisher.bsky.social · 14/02/2025
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Once-Weekly Semaglutide in Adults With Alcohol Use Disorder
This randomized clinical trial assesses the effects of subcutaneous semaglutide on alcohol consumption in adults with alcohol use disorder.
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Jon @simplefisher.bsky.social · 26/01/2025
3 substance use band 6 occupational therapist jobs covering North Wales health boards now finally available! Be part of developing this area of practice. Check the link for details: www.jobs.nhs.uk/candidate/jo...
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Jon @simplefisher.bsky.social · 18/01/2025
Wonderful occupation-centred piece of work in addictions in this months OT News 👌
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Jon @simplefisher.bsky.social · 13/12/2024
Said goodbye to my 2 project placement students today. One had this commissioned to remember the time here. Love it 😆 Really captured the beard. #occupationaltherapy #occupationaltherapist
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Jon @simplefisher.bsky.social · 05/12/2024
Spot of wreath making at today's community activity group 🎄 #occupationaltherapy #occupationaltherapist #craft #crafting
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Jon @simplefisher.bsky.social · 03/12/2024
Challenging day at work. Bit of #christmas crafting sorts me right out! 😆 #occupationaltherapy #occupationaltherapist #craft
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Jon @simplefisher.bsky.social · 30/11/2024
Took the plunge and recorded a podcast 🗣 on my role with the awesome Lorna Sankey. Anyone fancying a listen to me enthusing about my role can find it here: www.theothub.com/podcasts-so-... #occupationaltherapy #substanceuse #addiction #recovery #occupationaltherapist
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SO OT PODCAST | OT Podcast Portal
Members: Listen to every episode in this podcast series, via The Occupational Therapy Hub.
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Jon @simplefisher.bsky.social · 19/11/2024
Didn't get myself organised in time, so I didn't get it printed. Might aswell share here so it's not a wasted effort! #occupationaltherapy #substanceuse #occupationaltherapist
Developing a recovery focused, Occupational therapy service within aneurin bevan specialist drug and alcohol service poster describing the background,  principles or care and outcomes of a new role.
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Jon @simplefisher.bsky.social · 18/11/2024
People were mad for crochet when I was doing my undergrad training. I just couldn't get into it. Nowadays, I'm not great, the motivation is very different, but you gotta work with what you can do! #occupation #occupationaltherapy #crochet
Crochet christmas decoration with beads
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Jon @simplefisher.bsky.social · 17/11/2024
The highlight of my week is facilitating our 'Discovery through activity' inspired group. A different occupation each week to try with our participants in the community #occupationaltherapy
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Susan Griffiths @otsusangriffiths.bsky.social · 14/11/2024
Calling all #Occupationaltherapists I have set up a starter pack for Occupational Therapy. Please let me know of any OTs that can be added and spread the word. go.bsky.app/7NRM4Bm
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Jon @simplefisher.bsky.social · 16/11/2024
Need to update this after another year of developing the role: www.theothub.com/article/valu... #firstpost #addiction #substanceuse #recovery #occupationaltherapy
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Exploring the value of Occupational Therapy in substance use (2023) | The Occupational Therapy Hub
By being better informed about impacts of addiction and effects of stigma, we can support individuals to be the agents of their own change.
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