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Occupation-centered assessment of children
1Department of Occupational Therapy, Boston University, Sargent College of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, Boston, Massachusetts 02215, USA.
Summary
This study introduces a new occupational therapy assessment framework for children, adapting Trombly's model for pediatric needs. It guides evaluating a child's occupations and performance within their environment.
Area of Science:
- Occupational Therapy
- Pediatric Rehabilitation
- Child Development Assessment
Background:
- Growing demand for occupation-centered practices in therapy.
- Lack of a consistent framework for pediatric occupational assessment.
- Existing models primarily focus on adult populations.
Purpose of the Study:
- To present an adapted functional assessment model for pediatric occupational therapy.
- To provide a framework for occupation-centered assessment in children.
- To address the unique needs and contexts of pediatric clients.
Main Methods:
- Adaptation of Trombly's (1993) functional assessment model.
- Development of a multilevel model examining occupational patterns and task performance.
- Utilizing the School Function Assessment to illustrate the framework's application.
Main Results:
- The proposed model offers a structured approach to pediatric occupational assessment.
- It facilitates identification of critical assessment questions at multiple levels.
- The School Function Assessment demonstrates practical application for elementary school children.
Conclusions:
- The adapted model provides a necessary framework for occupation-centered pediatric assessment.
- It supports a comprehensive evaluation of children's occupational performance in context.
- This framework can enhance the relevance and effectiveness of pediatric occupational therapy interventions.