Over the past few years, adults with developmental disabilities have been affected by myriad legislative changes, attitudinal advances in human rights, and lessons learned from evidence-based practice and research in all aspects of health care, especially occupational therapy. This inspiring book for occupational therapy practitioners and students takes a client-centered approach to developmental disabilities, one aligned with the philosophy of self-determination, and provides clinicians with a working guide for practice with this population. A new section on full participation clearly illustrates the level of community involvement that people with developmental disabilities can achieve. In addition, this book addresses emerging areas of self-employment and entrepreneurship, use of technology, and driving.

Adults With Developmental Disabilities: Current Approaches in Occupational Therapy

Health, Fitness & Dieting

Mildred Ross

Psychology & Counseling

Amer Occupational Therapy Assn

How can occupational therapy reaffirm its historical commitment to client needs? As we approach the centennial of our founding as a profession and look forward to challenges never before faced, we must draw on the lessons of the past to help inform our future. The time could not be better to publish For the Love of Occupation, a storehouse of remembrances from an honored occupational therapist whose career spans more than 50 years. Her reflections and wise words will inspire readers to see the occupation in occupational therapy intervention as most meaningful to creating happy, healthful lives for clients and their families. 
Through engaging story-telling interwoven with current and historical references, Mildred Ross reflects on how she attended her occupational therapy practice in a variety of settings and with a diversity of clients and health care colleagues, all within the contexts of public policy changes, medical breakthroughs, bureaucratic pitfalls, cultural and historical significance, and inspired colleagues. Over the years, an increased appreciation, insight, and growth, as well as the changes within the profession, helped her to seek compatibility of occupational therapy intervention goals with clients physical, emotional, cognitive, and spiritual needs a client-centered approach. 
This book describes the familiar, traditional places where occupational therapy professionals have functioned, particularly in physical disabilities, mental health, developmental disabilities, and home care, with a brief foray into emerging practice areas. Chapters begin with discussions of the major social and political events of each decade and how occupational therapy responded to the distinctive mood, style, spirit, and needs of each era with innovation and service to others. Readers will come away with an appreciation for the remarkable significance of the occupation in occupational therapy and its translation into the lives of people.

For the Love of Occupation: Reflections on a Career in Occupational Therapy

Medical Books

Allied Health Professions

AOTA Press

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