Examining psychosocial performance components of function addressed by Occupational Therapists in physical disabilities practice

Authors

Tracy Grimes, Florida International University

Document Type

Thesis

Degree

Master of Science (MS)

Major/Program

Occupational Therapy

First Advisor's Name

Pamela Shaffner

First Advisor's Committee Title

Committee Chair

Second Advisor's Name

Patricia Scott

Third Advisor's Name

Paulette Johnson

Date of Defense

5-14-2002

Abstract

This study examined the perceived value and frequency of assessment and intervention of psychosocial components by occupational therapists in physical disabilities practice. Surveys were mailed to 300 occupational therapists randomly selected from the American Occupational Therapy Association Physical Disabilities Special Interest Section. Data from 119 respondents was used for analysis. Findings showed that the majority of occupational therapists consider it moderately or very important to assess psychosocial components. Psychosocial components are assessed sometimes to most of the time. Standardized measures for assessment are used by 5% of occupational therapists while 95% use informal methods (interview or observation). Most occupational therapists do not provide intervention on a regular basis. It is recommended that occupational therapists practicing in physical disabilities use more formal methods of assessment of psychosocial components and receive training in specific interventions for psychosocial components in physical disabilities.

Identifier

FI15101703

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Recommended Citation

Grimes, Tracy, "Examining psychosocial performance components of function addressed by Occupational Therapists in physical disabilities practice" (2002). FIU Electronic Theses and Dissertations. 4071.
https://digitalcommons.fiu.edu/etd/4071