Holistic Occupational Therapy in Women’s Health and Wellness
Welcome!
Getting started
Welcome to the Pressbook on Holistic Occupational Therapy in Women’s Health and Wellness! In this engaging resource, you are invited to dive into various topics that illuminate the intersection of women’s health and the transformative field of occupational therapy. Each chapter unfolds with an introductory slide, featuring a green “learning objectives” box. This box outlines the essential themes and key areas designed to stimulate your curiosity and deepen your understanding as you journey through the material.
Features
As you complete each individual chapter, you’ll encounter colored boxes that will enhance your learning experience.
- Orange “key takeaways” box offers vital insights, ensuring that the core messages resonate long after you finish reading.
- Teal “exercises” box presents practical activities, encouraging you to apply what you’ve learned in meaningful ways.
- Purple “examples” box offers valuable resources or courses for you to take to further your knowledge in occupational therapy in women’s health.
This Pressbook includes interactive quizzes designed to assess your understanding of the material. I hope you find this resource engaging and informative!
Disclaimer
Please note that when the Pressbook mentions occupational therapists and physical therapists, it also includes all practitioners within the profession (i.e., occupational therapy assistants, physical therapy assistants, etc.).
Learning Objectives
- Describe the principles and practices of occupational therapy and its role in promoting functional independence and well-being.
- Identify the key components of holistic women’s health within the context of occupational therapy, emphasizing the interconnectedness of physical, emotional, and social factors.
- Differentiate between physical therapy and occupational therapy, particularly in their approaches and applications for addressing women’s health issues.