OCTH 200 - Occupation, Engagement, and Meaning Across the Lifespan

Credits: (3)

Instructional Method: Three hours lecture.
The meaning of occupation is broad and includes all of the everyday activities that people want and need to do to occupy their time and bring meaning and purpose to their lives. This course will give a basic overview of the scope of practice of occupational therapy and practice settings for occupational therapists. It will define the term occupation, highlight the importance of engaging in occupation from birth to death, and explore the impact that occupational engagement has on physical and mental health for people of all abilities. It will explore the impact of disability and socioeconomic, political, health care, environmental, and cultural factors on occupational engagement, and will discuss the 9 areas of occupation identified by occupational therapists including activities of daily living, instrumental activities of daily living, social participation, rest and sleep, play, leisure, education, work, and health care management.