Occupational and Activity Analysis: A Foundational Skill for Occupational Therapy Professionals

By Heather Thomas PhD OTR/L, this newly updated Third Edition of Occupational and Activity Analysis reflects the latest changes in the Occupational Therapy Practice Framework: Domain and Process, Fourth Edition (OTPF-4). This comprehensive textbook is designed for occupational therapy students, clinicians, and faculty, providing a thorough understanding of the process of conducting occupational and activity analyses.

The Importance of Occupational and Activity Analysis in Occupational Therapy

Occupational therapy practitioners recognize the significance of occupations and activities as both goals and treatment mediums. Understanding the uniqueness of a client’s occupations and how activities can be used therapeutically is crucial for effective intervention. This text serves as an introduction to both realms, explaining the process of analyzing occupations and activities to reveal their intricacy and examining how to use this information for evaluation and intervention.

What’s New in the Third Edition

• Updated chapters to reflect the changes in the OTPF-4
• Alignment with updated educational standards set by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) for doctoral, masters level, and occupational therapy assistant programs
• Additional cases and relevant clinical examples to enhance practical application
• Updated tables, boxes, and figures throughout the text
• Expanded section on communication management
• Appendices containing updated occupational and activity analysis forms
• Example of a full activity analysis to illustrate the process
• Updated and added photos to help students understand complex concepts

Instructors in educational settings can visit www.efacultylounge.com for forms, videos, and PowerPoint presentations to support teaching in the classroom.

As a foundational skill, occupational and activity analysis is essential for occupational therapy professionals throughout their careers. Occupational and Activity Analysis, Third Edition is the perfect textbook for students, faculty, and clinicians seeking to develop their skills in this critical area.

Product Details:

_publisher:_ Slack Incorporated; _Third edition_ (August 15, 2022)

_Language:_ English

_ISBN-10:_ 1630918903

_ISBN-13:_ 978-1630918903