The Meaning of Everyday Occupation: A Comprehensive Guide to Occupational Therapy

Updated and expanded, the Third Edition of The Meaning of Everyday Occupation by renowned authors Drs. Betty Risteen Hasselkus and Virginia Allen Dickie, sheds light on the significance of everyday occupation in daily life, recognizing humans as occupational beings.

This seminal work explores the concept of meaning in occupation, delving into the ways in which daily activities shape our lives and sense of purpose. Through personal reflections, narratives from occupational therapists in practice, and participant quotations, the authors bring occupation and occupational therapy to life, creating a rich and engaging reading experience.

Key Themes and Areas of Focus

• Meaning in Everyday Life and Occupation: Uncovering the significance of daily activities and their impact on our well-being and sense of purpose.
• Space and Place as Sources of Meaning: Examining the role of environment and context in shaping our occupational experiences.
• Culture in Everyday Occupation and Therapy: Exploring the cultural nuances and implications of occupation in diverse settings.
• Well-being and Development through Everyday Occupation: Investigating the ways in which daily activities contribute to our overall health and development.
• Occupation as Connection: Discovering the social and relational aspects of occupation and their impact on our lives.
• Disability and Occupation: Understanding the complex relationships between disability, occupation, and well-being.
• Occupation and the Human Spirit: Exploring the deeper connections between occupation, meaning, and the human experience.
• Everyday Creativity: Unleashing the creative potential of daily activities and their role in fostering well-being and growth.

By emphasizing occupation as experience, this comprehensive edition champions a client-centered approach to occupational therapy, offering a fresh perspective on how to therapeutically affect the systems in which we live and work.

Publisher: SLACK Incorporated
Language: English
ISBN: 9781630914837, 9781630914844