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  • Occupational science and therapy

Background:

  • The concept of occupational identity is increasingly recognized in occupational science and therapy.
  • Ambiguity exists regarding the identification and application of occupational identity.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To clarify the concept of occupational identity.
  • To examine its current use and application within occupational therapy.

Main Methods:

  • Walker and Avant's method for concept analysis was employed.

Main Results:

  • Identified three categories of occupational identity: construction, discrepancy, and disruption.
  • These categories are contextualized by the self being, being and doing, and being and doing with others.

Conclusions:

  • Validated the connection between occupation and identity through being, doing, and becoming.
  • Revealed significant links between occupational identity, belonging, and personally meaningful connections.