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Alcohol abuse and perceptual-motor dysfunction: the occupational therapist's role
1Occupational Therapy, University of Florida, Gainesville 32610.
Summary
Alcoholism is linked to perceptual-motor deficits. Occupational therapists may treat these issues in alcoholic patients, but must first link deficits to daily living activities.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Occupational Therapy
Background:
- Alcoholism is associated with perceptual-motor deficits.
- Occupational therapists commonly address perceptual-motor deficits in various patient populations.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the literature on perceptual-motor deficits in alcoholic patients.
- To explore the potential role of occupational therapists in treating these deficits.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of studies examining perceptual-motor function in alcoholic individuals.
Main Results:
- Evidence indicates a significant relationship between perceptual-motor dysfunction and alcoholism.
- Further research is needed to establish a clear link between these deficits and activities of daily living in alcoholic patients.
Conclusions:
- Occupational therapists could potentially treat perceptual-motor deficits in alcoholic patients.
- Establishing a documented relationship between perceptual-motor dysfunction and impaired activities of daily living is crucial for occupational therapy intervention scope.