Book description
Occupational Science: Society, Inclusion, Participation is the must
have resource for occupational therapists, occupational scientists,
students and researchers. The book begins with a comprehensive review of
the current literature and the knowledge generated to date. Reasons for
the field's limited impact are proposed, including its focus on
individuals rather than groups and communities, its psychological view
of occupation, and its narrow focus on socially approved occupations.
Global realities such as poverty, anti-social behaviour and ageing
populations are discussed and implications for action are considered.
The second section of the books comprises a series of chapters
that address the philosophical, theoretical and scientific bases that
underpin and inform everyday decision making in occupational therapy
practice. This is followed by a section on methodological and
structural considerations. The concluding chapter offers a critical
reflection on methods, strategies, values and relationships for the
future, to achieve a relevant science that makes a difference to
current occupational realities. Written by an internationally renowned
team of contributors, this book offers a truly comprehensive critique
of the field.
Features
• Internationally renowned Editors and
contributors
• First comprehensive text on occupational
science
• Fully up to date with the latest thinking and
research
• Links theory to practice
