Discounted Occupational Therapy For Mental Health: A Vision For Participation Collection [eFq5vEbH]

Discounted Occupational Therapy For Mental Health: A Vision For Participation Collection [eFq5vEbH]

This comprehensive guide is designed for occupational therapists and students seeking to enhance their mental health practice. Focusing on a person-centered, recovery-oriented, and occupation-based approach, it provides practical insights into theories, evidence, assessments, and interventions essential for effective mental health care. With a strong emphasis on the lived experience and evidence-based recovery, it equips practitioners with the tools to become psychosocial practitioners in any setting.

Key Features

• New Focus: The book explores the continuum of psychosocial care, from healthy functioning to mental illness and recovery, ensuring a holistic understanding of client needs.
• Practical Guidance: It offers guidance on becoming a psychosocial OT practitioner in various settings, providing a roadmap for practitioners at any stage of their career.

Comprehensive Content

• Eight chapters delve into crucial topics such as trauma-informed practice, chronic conditions, social determinants, and connectedness and belonging.
• Engaging “Being a Psychosocial Practitioner Profile” and “Practitioner Profile” vignettes offer real-life examples and insights into the day-to-day experiences of occupational therapists.
• “Mental Illness in Culture, Politics, and Society” section highlights current events and resources, fostering a deeper understanding of the broader context of mental health.