| Description |
xii, 265 pages : illustrations ; 25 cm |
| Contents |
Perspectives on occupational needs of people with learning disability / Jenni Hurst, Jane Goodman, and Christine Locke -- Historical perspectives : the lives of people with learning disabilities and the influence of occupational therapy / Jane Goodman, Jenni Hurst, and Christine Locke -- Occupations and the occupational therapy process / Jane Goodman and Christine Locke -- The interface between communication and community living / Christine Griffiths -- Occupation and health promotion / Jenni Hurst -- Activities of daily living (ADL) for individuals with a learning disability : using a sensory integrative approach / Vanessa Townsend -- Occupational choices : choosing employment? / Angela Kelsall -- Leisure / Christine Locke -- The challenges of maintaining occupation at times of transition / Jenni Hurst -- Working with parents with learning disabilities / Christine Locke -- Loss and bereavement / Jenni Hurst -- The older adult and life changes / Jenni Hurst -- More than having a say : user participation in learning disability services / Rhonwen Parry and Edwin Jones -- Working with people with learning disabilities and their networks / Sally Donati -- And finally...a personal comment / Christine Locke, Jenni Hurst, and Jane Goodman |
| Summary |
"Using informative text this book explores in depth the issues of occupation for people with a learning disability from an occupational therapy perspective. It focuses on the role of occupation therapists in supporting and enabling people with learning disabilities to enjoy a fulfilling quality of life within their community. The contributing authors cover specific areas of expertise and explore the challenges for the client and the occupational therapist in many life experiences."--BOOK JACKET |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index |
| Subject |
Learning Disorders -- rehabilitation.
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Counseling -- methods.
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Disabled Persons -- psychology.
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Learning Disorders -- psychology.
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Occupational Therapy -- methods.
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| Author |
Goodman, Jane, 1942-
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Hurst, Jenni.
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Locke, Christine.
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| LC no. |
2008045098 |
| ISBN |
9780443102998 |
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0443102996 |
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