Occupational Therapy Practice Guidelines for Children with Behavioral and Psychosocial Needs
Author | : Leslie L. Jackson |
Publisher | : American Occupational Therapy Association, Incorporated |
Total Pages | : 0 |
Release | : 2005 |
ISBN-10 | : 1569002134 |
ISBN-13 | : 9781569002131 |
Rating | : 4/5 (34 Downloads) |
Book excerpt: Comprehensive overview of the occupational therapy process for children and youths ages 3 to 21 with behavioral and psychosocial challenges. Defines the occupational therapy process and the nature, frequency, and duration of intervention that occurs within the boundaries of acceptable practice. Describes evidence-based practice and summarizes the evidence from the literature regarding best practices in activity-based intervention for this population. Appendixes contain common intervention approaches, the evidence-based literature review, and explanations of what occupational therapists and occupational therapy assistants do.