Abstract
Occupational therapy is an evolving profession that is grounded in meeting people’s occupational needs. Reflection on the history of the profession (see Chapter 3) substantiates the profession’s capacity to respond to the needs of individuals, families and communities. As Australian society evolves, existing occupational therapy practice areas adapt and new or emerging practice areas arise in response to changing needs.
Original language | English |
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Title of host publication | Occupational Therapy in Australia: Professional and Practice Issues |
Editors | Ted Brown, Helen Bourke-Taylor, Stephen Isbel, Reinie Cordier |
Place of Publication | Crows Nest, N.S.W. |
Publisher | Allen & Unwin |
Pages | 280-295 |
Number of pages | 16 |
ISBN (Electronic) | 9781925575026 |
ISBN (Print) | 9781925266634 |
Publication status | Published - 2017 |
Keywords
- occupational therapy
- disabilities
- community development