evidence-based practice

Bridging the Gap

Evidence-based practices are the cornerstone of our expertise as Recreational Therapists and an essential advocacy tool, but it can be challenging to access peer-reviewed journals if you’re not connected to academia. ATRA is committed to empowering you by bridging that gap.

ATRA members now enjoy unprecedented access to the ATRA Annual in Therapeutic Recreation and the Therapeutic Recreation Journal. Members and non-members alike can access CEU quizzes for both journals through ATRA's learning platform. ATRA members receive FREE and discounted CEUs!

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About the Journals

Therapeutic Recreation Journal

The Therapeutic Recreation Journal (TRJ) is a renowned quarterly publication published by Sagamore Publishing LLC. The journal, published for over 50 years, provides a national forum for research and discussion on the needs of persons with disabilities, problems confronting the profession, new vistas of service, and receiving therapeutic recreation services.

ATRA Annual in Therapeutic Recreation

The ATRA Annual in Therapeutic Recreation (Annual) is the official research journal of the association and is published annually as the fourth edition of the TRJ. The purpose of the Annual is to further advance the body of knowledge of the therapeutic recreation profession by creating new knowledge and understanding in practice and in education.

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Ready to start accessing the TRJ and ATRA Annual through ATRA's Learning Platform? Become an ATRA member today for the greatest value or access articles and CEU quizzes now by clicking the Access Journals button.