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... Occupational Therapy and Mental Health). ... The theoretical foundations of Occupational Therapy are made up of selected theories from the various disciplines and fields of inquiry. Psychology and Sociology are two fields of study that have offered much to the knowledge base of Occupational Therapy.
With respect to occupational categories, psychologists and sociologists have provided insight into the meaning of occupation and the effects it has on the individual, both psychologically and socially.
Psychological Dimension of Occupational categories
Much evidence over the centuries has brought to light the intimate relationship between the psychological aspects of humans and occupational categories.
Like Occupational Therapists, Psychologists believe that "man is an active human being whose development is influenced by purposeful activity" (AOTA, 1997, Pg. ... Conceptual Foundations of Occupational therapy). ...
As we have seen, psychologists like Occupational Therapists stress the importance of occupation in order to maintain a healthy mind and a healthy perspective to life. Psychologists work closely with Occupational Therapists when evaluating clients who have developed psychological problems as a result of inability to perform in one or all of the occupational categories. ...
Sociological Dimension of Occupational Categories
The sociological role of occupation mainly focuses on the effects and contributions of work and play. ... With respect to socio-economic status, higher income, higher educational level and higher occupational attainments all provide more options for leisure. ... Occupational Therapy can serve to help re-establish an individuals position in society after disability or unemployment by organising volunteer and hobby groups for the elderly, unemployed or disabled. ...
One point that psychologists, sociologists and occupational therapists agree on is that in order to lead a healthy life both mentally and physically, the individuals needs must be met by a combination of all three occupations.
Approximate Word count = 1930
Approximate Pages = 7.7
(250 words per page double spaced)
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