Occupational Science

Question 1

What does Occupational Science enable an understanding of?

Answer 1

Occupations, occupational nature of humans, relationship between occupation, health, and well-being

Occupational Science explores how different factors influence human engagement in various occupations.

Question 2

Name three concepts shared between OTPF-4 and Occupational Science.

Answer 2

• Occupational justice
• Occupational injustice
• Identity
• Time use
• Satisfaction
• Engagement
• Performance

These concepts are fundamental to understanding the implications of occupation on health and well-being.

Question 3

Define Occupational Justice.

Answer 3

Access to and participation in the full range of meaningful and enriching occupations afforded to others

Occupational Justice includes opportunities for social inclusion and resources to satisfy personal, health, and societal needs.

Question 4

Fill in the blank: Occupational Justice is the access to and participation in the full range of _______.

Answer 4

[meaningful and enriching occupations]

Question 5

What are the components of identity relevant to Occupational Science?

Answer 5

• Gender
• Occupational identity
• Self-identity
• Social identity

These identities influence how individuals perceive themselves and their roles in various occupations.

Question 6

How is time use divided according to Occupational Science?

Answer 6

Between occupations and activities

Time use significantly impacts occupational satisfaction and overall health and well-being.

Question 7

What is satisfaction derived from in the context of Occupational Science?

Answer 7

Occupational balance

Satisfaction relates to an individual’s contentment with their daily occupations and performance.

Question 8

What is the biological need for occupation according to Wood (2014)?

Answer 8

Engagement in meaningful occupations facilitates well-being

This highlights the intrinsic value of participating in various occupations for mental and physical health.

Question 9

What are Performance Patterns in Occupational Science?

Answer 9

• Habits
• Routines
• Roles
• Rituals

Performance Patterns help in understanding how individuals organize their daily activities.

Question 10

What are Performance Skills?

Answer 10

• Motor skills
• Process skills
• Social interaction skills

These skills are essential for effective participation in various occupations.