Occupational Science

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Occupational Science: Society, Inclusion, Participation is the musthave resource for occupational therapists, occupational scientists,students and researchers. The book begins with a comprehensivereview of the current literature and the knowledge generated todate. Reasons for the field's limited impact are proposed,including its focus on individuals rather than groups andcommunities, its psychological view of occupation, and its narrowfocus on socially approved occupations. Global realities such aspoverty, anti-social behaviour and ageing populations are discussedand implications for action are considered. The second section of the books comprises a series of chapters thataddress the philosophical, theoretical and scientific bases thatunderpin and inform everyday decision making in occupationaltherapy practice. This is followed by a section on methodologicaland structural considerations. The concluding chapter offers acritical reflection on methods, strategies, values andrelationships for the future, to achieve a relevant science thatmakes a difference to current occupational realities. Written by aninternationally renowned team of contributors, this book offers atruly 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 andresearch * Links theory to practice

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Gail E. Whiteford

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Ergotherapie Gesundheits- u. Sozialwesen Health & Social Care Occupational Therapy

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"It was useful that the book chose to include andhighlight the International Society for OccupationalScience.... It seems to have a key part to play in thedevelopment of occupational science." (BritishJournal of Occupational Therapy, 1 February 2013)
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