Occupational science

1. What are the similarities and differences between the study of occupational therapy and occupational science? Occupational Therapy and occupational science both incorporate the use of human occupation and are responsive to social movements (Pierce, 2003, p. 7)” Differences, however, derive in regards to the way the two fields operate, as either a basic or applied science. On the one hand, occupational science is an academic discipline that generates “knowledge about the form, function, and

Occupational Therapy is a career involving science in order to aid every day life of a child or adult. The career I am looking into and interviewed is Occupational Therapy involving children. Occupational Therapy also handles adults, but that isn’t what I would want for my career. In order to be an Occupational Therapist for children, you must enjoy being around kids and know how to handle them. You must be kind in how you speak to them. You will need to have a lot of patience. Occupational Therapy

Should Occupational Science be Guided by a Universal Paradigm? There has been a call for the consensus of knowledge within Occupational Science (OS) (Rudman et al., 2008). The authors suggest that a universal set of principles will add a sense of coherency to the discipline and prevent intellectual confinement and stagnation. This will provide credibility in the broader world of science allowing OS to become a ‘mature science’. Rudman et al. (2008) urge academics to reach a consensus through theoretical

to see an occupational therapist to be able to use my hand again. I was not thrilled about this news because they told me therapy would be very painful. The first day of therapy was horrendous, I forgot to take my pain medication and she made me do all these weird stretches with my hand. I wasn’t looking forward to my next appointment. After awhile I started enjoying my appointments more and more, I got to the point where I was looking forward to going to my appointments. My occupational therapist

is why I decided to pursue a degree in occupational therapy" (Springer, J., 2015). This testimonial comes from a practicing occupational therapist who has found value in his life's work. Occupational therapy is not a job where "one size fits all"; there are many different demographics of people who need occupational therapy in different environments. Although, all occupational therapists have the same skills

relationship to social and occupational participation (American Occupational Therapy Association, 2014). Their research redirects the profession to it’s core values and puts an emphasis on the importance to keep OT client-centered and occupation-based moving forward in our profession to ensure clients are engaging in meaningful occupations. (World Federation of Occupational Therapists, 2010). Identification of the Leader: Kristine Ward Kristine Ward MS, OTR/L is an Occupational Therapist at McKay Dee

Personal and Occupational Development throughout the Lifespan The following essay will use a lifespan perspective to discuss how major transitions can influence both occupational and personal development. Using occupation as a coping strategy during stressful transitions will also be explored. The narrative discussed was derived from an informal, semi-structured interview. Occupational development will explore how the meanings associated with occupations can change and how this can be reflective

Faculty of Health and Environmental Sciences Department of Occupational Science and Therapy Paper Name: Evidence & Practice Paper Code: 537333 Assignment Title: Family- Centered Play-Based Interventions of Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Student ID: 1383124 Word count: 2748 Declaration - This assessment has been written by me and represents my own work. - This work has not previously been submitted by myself or anyone else. - All sourced information has been appropriately acknowledged

opportunity of applying to the Occupational Therapy program at Abilene Christian University (ACU). My decision of becoming an occupational therapist arose my sophomore year in North Lake College. Ever since, I have worked toward taking the prerequisites and then transferred to the University of Texas at Arlington, where I obtained by bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science. So later, I could pursue obtaining my master’s in Occupational Therapy. I am applying to the occupational program at ACU because, it

Occupational therapy (OT) promotes health and well being by offering people the opportunity to perform meaningful and purposeful activities. OT's work with various individuals who may be limited by physical injury or illness, psychosocial dysfunction, developmental or learning disabilities, cultural or poverty differences or the ageing process.The role of the OT in such cases serves the purpose of maximising independence, preventing disability and maintaining health (Turner A, Foster M, Johnson S