Optimizing Mental Health Assessments in Occupational Therapy: A Comprehensive Guide

The latest edition of “Assessments in Occupational Therapy Mental Health: An Integrative Approach” by Dr. Barbara J. Hemphill and Dr. Christine K. Urish is a game-changer for occupational therapy students, educators, and practitioners. This highly anticipated Fourth Edition provides a unique compilation of mental health assessments, featuring 15 new additions and updates to 9 assessments from previous editions.

A Comprehensive Resource for Occupational Therapy Professionals

This authoritative guide is designed to equip occupational therapy students and educators with the knowledge and skills required to evaluate mental health assessments effectively. The book covers the entire evaluation process, providing current and accurate assessments, as well as guidance on generating research for developing assessment tools.

World-Renowned Contributors and Expert Insights

This edition boasts contributions from over 30 world-renowned experts in the field of occupational therapy, ensuring that readers receive the most up-to-date and evidence-based information. The text is carefully crafted to provide a theoretical base for each assessment, including its historical development, rationale, behaviors assessed, and appropriate patient use.

A Step-by-Step Guide to Assessment Administration

Each chapter includes step-by-step instructions on how to administer the assessment, including the procedure, potential problems, and necessary materials. Readers will also benefit from the inclusion of case studies, statistical analysis, and recent studies, as well as suggestions for further research to continue the development and refinement of assessments in occupational therapy mental health.

Integrating the Occupational Therapy Practice Framework

The text seamlessly incorporates the American Occupational Therapy Association’s Occupational Therapy Practice Framework: Domain and Process, Third Edition, ensuring that readers understand the relevance and application of each assessment in real-world settings.

Ideal for Interdisciplinary Professionals

“Assessments in Occupational Therapy Mental Health: An Integrative Approach, Fourth Edition” is an invaluable resource for occupational therapy faculty, students, and practitioners, as well as nurses, psychologists, and social workers. This comprehensive guide is perfect for anyone seeking to enhance their understanding of mental health assessments and their role in occupational therapy practice.

Publication Details:

• Publisher: SLACK Incorporated
• Publication Date: August 5, 2020
• Language: English
• ISBN: 9781630918132 (Print) | 9781630918149 (Digital)