Introduction to Occupation : The Art and Science of Living

This textbook describes how the study of occupation can cast light on the ways people understand, arrange, draw value from, and improve their lives. Both informal and formal research methods are covered, and a framework is constructed for understanding occupation as it shifts across the lifespan. Annotation (c) Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

Human occupation is nothing less than the way we describe the experiences that account for our pathway through life - the activities that fill up each day. Its study leads to a greater understanding of how people view, orchestrate, draw meaning from, and improve their lives, as well as the satisfaction that they draw from life. Broad in perspective, Introduction to Occupation: The Art and Science of Living brings together an outstanding team of authors to explore both informal and formal ways for studying occupation.

Features:

• Discusses numerous ways to learn about occupation through observation.
• Details formal and informal ranges of research methods.
• Presents a framework for occupation across the lifespan.
• Highlights how identity is shaped by occupation.
• Outlines social responsibilities that result from occupations.