Presents the theories and practice of occupational therapy in community and population health Provides detailed guidance in program planning and needs assessment, program design and implementation, program evaluation, and program support. Features case studies describing the development of actual programs in the practice areas identified by AOTA. ......
The profession of recreational therapy requires you to plan, implement and evaluate the services you offer to your clients. Determining what those services will involve a complex assessment process. Assessment in Recreational Therapy is an evidence-based guide to help you do just that. Assessment in Recreational Therapy provides direction on how ......
This innovative, hands-on guide explores the essential role of diversity and inclusion in occupational therapy education and practice. The book centres on the contrasting experiences and challenges faced by two occupational therapy students, Allie and Gemma, highlighting the systemic inequalities often faced by marginalised groups in healthcare ......
Gaining knowledge of sensory integration is key for any occupational therapist to bette runderstand and support those they work with. In mental health settings, sensory approaches have been shown to aid de-escalation, promote development of healthy coping strategies, and decrease restrictive practice. However, there are a lack of resources ......
Apply the science of nutrition in your practice. Be prepared to apply the science of Sports Nutrition to your future clients. Developed in partnership with the American Council for Exercise (ACE), the 3rd Edition of this popular text merges the basic principles and latest evidence-based scientific understanding of sports nutrition with the ......
Transformative Approaches for Social Justice and Inclusive Practice
What can occupational therapy practitioners in the Global North learn from the ways OT is practiced across Latin America? This book offers a deep dive into the rich epistemologies, practices, and critical perspectives of Latin American occupational therapists. Featuring contributions from over 30 authors and collaborators across 15 Latin American ......
Supporting Healthy Sleep Practices for Wellbeing and Performance
Maintaining good sleep is a crucial yet often underrated pillar of a persons wellbeing and general health. Despite this, there is limited guidance on how and why the various phases women experience in their lifetime may impact their quality of sleep, and what can be done to improve it.
This practical and accessible guide for health ......
Five Stars. "A great reference for any health professional doing research!"--Online Reviewer Your practical guide to research and evidence-based practice Research is a dynamic journey. From crafting a research question and selecting an appropriate methodology to disseminating your findings, you'll take your research or evidence-based practice ......
Put the evidence to work for your clients. Become an effective evidence-based practitioner. Master the knowledge and clinical decision-making skills you need to provide the very best care for your clients...based on the evidence. Step by step, you'll learn how to find, read, understand, critique, and apply research evidence in practice. Five ......
