Occupational Therapy for People Experiencing Illness, Injury or Impairment - Occupational Therapy Essentials 8th Edition Paperback

Book Synopsis

Now in its eighth edition, it reflects significant developments within the occupational profession and the contexts of the delivery of health and social care when working with people who experience illness, injury or impairment to promote occupational participation. It is highly regarded for its level of detail, its practical approach, and the breadth of its content, with input from multiple authors from around the world.

Fully updated and built around the professional concepts and processes to promote occupational participation this invaluable resource will enable occupational therapists link theory with day-to-day practice, reflect on the knowledge, expertise and attitudes that inform their work and practice in a critically reflexive way.

• Practical text and online assets link theory with day-to-day practice
• Collaborative-relationship-focused, inclusive and strengths-based language
• Summaries and key points for each chapter make navigation easy
• Focus on working with groups, communities and populations in addition to working with individuals, reflecting the evolving and expanding scope of practice
• Practice stories throughout the text, and detailed practice stories in Section 5, inviting the reader to reflect on the information, skills and attitudes that inform practice
• Online multiple choice questions and questions for reflection at the end of each chapter enable readers to assess and apply their knowledge

Review Quotes

"...provides a comprehensive, evidence-based exploration of occupational therapy (OT) practice across diverse health conditions and life stages.... The writing is clear and concise, with an emphasis on functional outcomes and client-centered practice. The inclusion of high-quality illustrations, diagrams, and tables enhances comprehension, particularly for the complex biomechanical or neurological concepts, .... references are current and relevant, supporting evidence-based practice, and the index is comprehensive, making the text easy to navigate.... This eighth edition is a high-quality, indispensable resource for occupational therapy education and practice.... I recommend this book to OT students, clinical educators, and practitioners seeking a comprehensive, practice-oriented reference that supports both learning and day-to-day decision-making. Its balanced integration of foundational theory and applied practice ensures it will remain relevant in diverse OT contexts." Review by Michael Fantuzzo, OTD, OTR/L, BCG (Chatham University), (c)Doody's Review Service, 2025.

Review of the previous edition:
"Overall, the book provides a breadth of information on occupational therapy practice and would serve as a good foundational text for students.

Many chapters contain clear visuals in the form of figures and tables to enhance understanding of concepts and information presented. They also contain practice scenarios to demonstrate the application of theory to practice. This book is suitable for all levels of undergraduate students, postgraduate students, occupational therapy practitioners and those involved in the teaching of occupational therapy practice." --The Irish Journal of Occupational Therapy Summer 2010