The above link is to an article that covers just how crucial addressing psychosocial needs of our patients/clients will be as we enter OT. The article discusses the interrelated connection between mind and body and how necessary assessing and tailoring our interventions to both deficit areas will be vital to the effectiveness of therapy. The author gives examples of relevant patient populations that would benefit from psychosocial assessment and intervention, including elderly individuals and cancer survivors.
The article is short and an easy read, but paints a clear picture of why it is so important to remain holistic in our approach to evaluation and intervention.
The above link is to an article that covers just how crucial addressing psychosocial needs of our patients/clients will be as we enter OT. The article discusses the interrelated connection between mind and body and how necessary assessing and tailoring our interventions to both deficit areas will be vital to the effectiveness of therapy. The author gives examples of relevant patient populations that would benefit from psychosocial assessment and intervention, including elderly individuals and cancer survivors.
The article is short and an easy read, but paints a clear picture of why it is so important to remain holistic in our approach to evaluation and intervention.