Theory in School-Based Occupational Therapy Practice : A Practical Application.
- First edition.
- [Place of publication not identified] : Routledge, 2024.
- 1 online resource (xviii, 182 pages).
ForewordMoses N. Ikiugu, ForewordPaula KramerIntroduction1 A Model of Theory-Based Decision Making in School Practice Patricia Laverdure and Francine M. Seruya2 Professional Identity: Owning Our Distinct Value Francine M. Seruya and Patricia Laverdure3 Theory-Based Decision Making in School Practice Francine M. Seruya and Patricia Laverdure4 Occupation-Based Evaluation Patricia Laverdure and Francine M. Seruya5 Theory-Based InterventionPatricia Laverdure and Francine M. Seruya6 Activities of Daily Living and Instrumental Activities of Daily Living Patricia Laverdure and Deborah Schwind7 Health Management Patricia Laverdure and Tammy Blake8 Rest and Sleep Caitlin Stanford9 Education and Work Mindy Garfinkel10 Play and Leisure Francine M. Seruya and Tina Weisman11 Social Participation Miranda Virone12 Implementing and Advocating for a Theory-Based Practice Francine M. Seruya and Patricia Laverdure
Theory in School-Based Occupational Therapy Practice: A Practical Application addresses a critical need in the school-based occupational therapy practice community for a model of integrating theory-based decision making in school practice. Drs. Laverdure and Seruya provide pragmatic information to support the translation and application of theory in occupational therapy practice in school-based settings. The text provides an important blueprint for the advancement of occupational therapy practice in the context of educational reform and accountability. What's included in Theory in School-Based Occupational Therapy Practice: • Evidence-based theoretical conceptual models, theories, and frames of reference used by occupational therapy practitioners in school practice • Case examples to prepare occupational therapy students for practice in school settings • Chapters written by theory and practice scholars and case exemplars illustrating the application of the content Perfect for future and current practitioners in school systems looking to improve student learning and postsecondary outcomes, Theory in School-Based Occupational Therapy Practice: A Practical Application fills a gap that will improve the state of occupational therapy practice in educational settings across the country.