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Occupational well-being: rethinking occupational therapy outcomes
Susan E Doble1, Josiane Caron Santha
1School of Occupational Therapy, Dalhousie University, Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3H 3J5. susan.doble@dal.ca
Summary
Occupational therapy should prioritize clients' subjective experiences and occupational well-being. Meeting needs for accomplishment, affirmation, and renewal enhances well-being, guiding therapeutic interventions.
Area of Science:
- Occupational therapy
- Psychology
- Well-being studies
Background:
- Traditional occupational therapy outcomes emphasize performance, often overlooking clients' subjective experiences.
- This oversight can diminish the perceived value and impact of therapeutic interventions.
Purpose of the Study:
- Introduce and define the concept of occupational well-being.
- Shift focus from occupational performance to individuals' subjective occupational experiences.
Main Methods:
- Conceptual analysis of occupational therapy principles.
- Literature review on subjective experiences and well-being.
Main Results:
- Occupational well-being is defined as the consistent fulfillment of occupational needs.
- Key needs include accomplishment, affirmation, agency, coherence, companionship, pleasure, and renewal.
Conclusions:
- Occupational therapists can enhance client well-being by helping them re-orchestrate their lives to meet occupational needs.
- Interventions can be direct, indirect, environmental, or organizational.
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