Definitions for occupational therapy
Random House Webster's College Dictionary
occupa′tional ther′apy(n.)
therapy that utilizes useful and creative activities to facilitate psychological or physical rehabilitation.
Category: Psychotherapy
Origin of occupational therapy:
1910–15
Princeton's WordNet
occupational therapy(noun)
therapy based on engagement in meaningful activities of daily life, especially to enable or encourage participation in such activities in spite of impairments or limitations in physical or mental functions
Wiktionary
occupational therapy(Noun)
The therapeutic practice of encouraging better quality of life through the pursuit of work or other occupations.
U.S. National Library of Medicine
Occupational Therapy
Skilled treatment that helps individuals achieve independence in all facets of their lives. It assists in the development of skills needed for independent living.
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