Health Through Occupation

Catalog description

Establishes an understanding of occupation as the foundation for occupational therapy theory and practice through the examination of occupation, activity, and participation. Explains the centrality of occupation in health and wellness throughout the lifespan using conceptual models and frames of reference in historical and contemporary occupational therapy practice and outside the discipline of OT. Employs logical thinking, critical analysis, problem solving and creativity to evaluate the dynamics of occupation and activity, including the interaction of areas of occupation, performance skills, performance patterns, activity demands, context(s) and client factors. Applies, analyzes, and evaluates scientific evidence to explain the importance of balancing areas of occupation and the role of occupation in the promotion of health, prevention of disease, illness, and dysfunction for persons, groups, and populations.