Dr. Michelle Bateman

Visiting Instructor

Education

• Ph.D. Health, Leisure, and Human Performance; Oklahoma State University
• M.S. Wellness Management; University of Central Oklahoma
• B.S. Sports Management; Oklahoma Christian University
• Certifications: Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist

Academic Interests

• Exercise as medicine
• recreation and quality of life measures
• improving quality of life among military veterans with symptoms of PTSD

Scholarly Activity

• Brickell, B., Passmore, T., Bateman, M., Parveen, S., Lindenmeier, D, & Romoser, C. (2022). Effects of a community based recreational therapy balance exercise program for individuals with Parkinson’s disease. American Journal of Recreational Therapy
• Bateman, M., Parveen, S., Brickell, B., Romoser, C., & Passmore, T. (2021). Effects of Recreational Therapy and Speech Therapy Among Participants with Parkinson Disease and Parkinson Plus Conditions: Findings from a 16-week Multidisciplinary Program. American Journal of Recreational Therapy
• *Zeiger, J., & Bateman, M. (2020). Using music as a modality to improve mental health among youth. Oklahoma APHERD
• Zahl, M.L., Bateman, M., DeFreitas, J.D., Mwavita, M., & Horneber, G. (2020). The role of recreational therapy and allied therapies in rehabilitation after spinal cord injury. Therapeutic Recreation Journal; 54(1)
• Clemens, C., Post, J & Bateman, M. (2018). Motivation through Pokemon Go©. Oklahoma APHERD, 55(3), 44-56.
• Miller, M., Clark, J., & Hughes, P. (2017). The effect of auditory distraction on performance of the stroop color word test: A preliminary study. Oklahoma APHERD, 55(1)
• Miller, M., Powers, M., Olson, J., & Kearns, D. (2015). Effect of Nintendo Wii Fit balance games on balance and postural control among adults with Down syndrome. Oklahoma APHERD, 53(1).

Other Professional Experiences

• Adult inpatient psych
• Adult inpatient physical rehabilitation
• Adults with special needs
• Older adults