Within the field of occupational science the term occupational perspective is widely used to
guide research. However, when the term is used it is often not defined. To address the need …

Immigrants often adopt new and unfamiliar occupations in an attempt to adapt to their new
culture. Occupations provide a means for participation in the host country and play a …

This article will present a critical analysis of the four dimensions of occupation, doing, being,
becoming and belonging, and propose clearer understandings of the terms. The concepts …

Becoming more scholarly can be challenging for many in the academy, including for those
transitioning from professional roles. This paper presents the initial findings of an ongoing …

Purpose–The paper aims to contribute to the discussion about how SIEs articulate narratives
as cognitive efforts to expand, restrict or adapt their repertoire of identities in highly regulated …

'Aging in place'has become a key conceptual framework for understanding and addressing
place within the aging process. However, aging in place has been critiqued for not …

Looking glasses enable people to see themselves. Aside from fairground mirrors, which
deliberately distort the image for comic effect, looking glasses are presumed to provide an …

The aim of this study was to contribute with knowledge about how a sense of home and
belonging is enacted and can be supported in everyday life, with a particular focus on the …

The interaction of occupation and space has long been studied in occupational science.
Increasingly, occupational scientists take a transactional approach to examine the spatial …

For children, playing outdoors is a meaningful occupation, and such play is enabled by
outdoor playgrounds. As play is a fundamental right for every child, Universal Design is an …