Quick Reference Dictionary for Occupational Therapy
Sophie Simon editor Karen Jacobs editor Laela Simon editor
Format:Hardback
Publisher:Taylor & Francis Ltd
Publishing:21st Jan '27
£171.99
This title is due to be published on 21st January, and will be despatched as soon as possible.
Now in its 8th edition, the Quick Reference Dictionary for Occupational Therapy is the indispensable reference tool for students and practitioners, addressing the rapidly evolving landscape of occupational therapy practice through over 4,000 separate definitions.
In addition to the core dictionary, the book features nearly 100 appendices covering specific topics, from growth and development in early childhood to legislation and policy decisions affecting rehabilitation. This new edition has been thoroughly updated to maintain compliance with current AOTA standards and guidelines, as well as new appendices covering artificial intelligence (AI) in occupational therapy practice, virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) applications, trauma-informed care, mental health integration in physical rehabilitation, and the latest interprofessional collaboration models.
The 8th edition is an essential resource for every occupational therapist, occupational therapy assistant, students training to qualify, and faculty members needing to remain up to date with the latest changes in the field.
“The eighth edition of the Quick Reference Dictionary for Occupational Therapy is a thoughtfully updated, forward-thinking resource that reflects the evolving scope of occupational therapy while preserving its value as a practical, go-to reference. Its expanded content, along with enhanced visual supports, makes it both highly relevant and accessible for contemporary practice. This edition will undoubtedly serve as an essential tool for practitioners, educators, and students alike.”
— Alison Rebels,OTD, MS, OTR/L, RYT-200
"Occupational therapy practice doesn't stand still, and neither does this reference. The eighth edition meets clinicians and students where the field is actually heading, with expanded coverage of AI, climate health, disaster response, and emerging practice areas that rarely make it into traditional textbooks. Whether you're a student just starting out or an experienced OTP who's seen the field evolve, this is the guide you'll keep reaching for."
— Natalie A. Perkins,PP-OTD, MBA, M.Ed., OTR/L, FIIE, FAOTA
“The eighth edition of the Quick Reference Dictionary for Occupational Therapy is an indispensable resource that reflects the evolving scope of occupational therapy practice. With expanded content on artificial intelligence, disaster preparedness, and LGBTQIA+ terminology, it remains both practical and forward-thinking. Its integration of evidence-informed perspectives and inclusive terminology ensures clinicians, educators, and students have a relevant, accessible tool for contemporary practice.”
— Suzanne Rappaport,OTD, OTR/L
ISBN: 9781041259732
Dimensions: unknown
Weight: unknown
500 pages
8th edition