http://www.healio.com/health-professions/journals/otjr/%7B6c30196a-882a-43aa-b4eb-66e037b7aaa2%7D/psychosocial-issues-in-rehabilitation-bringing-the-unconscious-to-consciousness This article, by Patricia Jean Precin, discusses the importance of addressing the psychosocial needs of clients when practicing occupational therapy. The author argues health outcomes are poor and prolonged when psychosocial needs are not addressed, and that health of the mind and body are key to success. She discusses the importance across several settings. For example, occupational therapist that work with elderly patients facing end of life decisions are advised to be there for support and reflection in order to face end of life. Another example was treating cancer survivors and addressing psychosocial factors associated with obstacles they face. Precin addresses the lack of reimbursable time occupational therapists have in addressing psychosocial issues, and argues a push for reimbursed psychosocial services for occupational therapy.
started by hconn440 on 30 Jul 14
This article, by Patricia Jean Precin, discusses the importance of addressing the psychosocial needs of clients when practicing occupational therapy. The author argues health outcomes are poor and prolonged when psychosocial needs are not addressed, and that health of the mind and body are key to success. She discusses the importance across several settings. For example, occupational therapist that work with elderly patients facing end of life decisions are advised to be there for support and reflection in order to face end of life. Another example was treating cancer survivors and addressing psychosocial factors associated with obstacles they face. Precin addresses the lack of reimbursable time occupational therapists have in addressing psychosocial issues, and argues a push for reimbursed psychosocial services for occupational therapy.